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From: Preben Randhol <randhol+abuse@pvv.org>
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Subject: Re: OT: Microsoft takes on history
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On Fri, 24 May 2002 16:29:58 -0400, David Marceau wrote:
> IMHO "David and Goliath" does not reflect the reality.
> 
> I may be wrong but from what I understand Mr. Bill Gates has an IBM VIP
> uncle.
> I'm not saying Mr. Gates doesn't work hard or doesn't work smart.  I'm
> just saying he has great connections.
> Good for him.
> 
> IMHO I perceive it more as "David and UNCLE Goliath" :)  

Yes the problem is evident when M$ forces Intel not to embrace Linux or
threatens other companies that they will pull out advertisments etc if
they touch Linux.

Preben