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To: cfimx who wrote (19100)	9/1/1999 9:12:00 AM
From: JDN	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 64865

Dear Twister: The INNOVATION wasnt the software (it already exists) rather the innovation is the manner in which it is going to be distributed. JDN

To: cfimx who wrote (19100)	9/1/1999 9:29:00 AM
From: Michael F. Donadio	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 64865

Hi Twister, Unfortunately, I see Microsoft as currently missing an opportunity. In the internet space they should be working with SUNW. MSFT's technology has proven to be insecure and inadequate when it comes to the internet. Working with SUNW and Java, however, they could use their expertise in software development to create some great products. In fact, I think that eventually MSFT will see the wisdom of joining SUNW in the networking space. Clearly there will be a change in their business model for the internet, which may have lower but more realistic margins, but it's time that MSFT realize that a more cooperative approach will prove beneficial for everyone, including the consumer, society, and even themselves. All the best, Michael

To: cfimx who wrote (19100)	9/1/1999 10:53:00 AM
From: Charles Tutt	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 64865

Touche!

To: cfimx who wrote (19100)	9/1/1999 11:16:00 AM
From: Stormweaver	Respond to of 64865

Sun and friends are crying monopology at every turn to get the DOJ to hurt Microsoft so they can get a breather and try to catch up to Microsoft's superior desktop technology. The Star Division acquisition is a gamble at best. MS Office has so much momentum coupled with a natural resistance to switching from tried/true software to an unproven imitation. Success of Star hinges on success of the alternative desktop ; Linux. MS Windows will continue to dominate desktops for the foreseeable future (2 years). Cheers James