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To: JP Sullivan who wrote (54455)	7/13/2006 10:29:16 PM
From: Don Green	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 213184

W.E. Ask Sony or Nintendo if the Xbox is or was a success? Ask Xbox users or software game makers if they consider it a success. How you determine success is what needs to be clarified. Making money is certainly the most important benchmark but also taking away marketshare or sales from a competitor can certainly be considered success. Microsoft was late to both browsers and game players but in the end became "A or THE" MAJOR force in both.

To: JP Sullivan who wrote (54455)	7/14/2006 1:49:04 AM
From: inaflash	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 213184

When was the last time MSFT introduced a successful consumer electronics product? NEVER, that's when. But what about X-Box? Well, if it weren't for the billion$$$ propping up X-Box, it would be long gone. So, I wouldn't consider it a success just yet (I believe MSFT hasn't made any money off X-Box, even after factoring in all the games it has sold). Add to that, when was the last time MSFT kept something a secret? Usually there's a long lead time between announcements and product, often with delays. The xbox, which these rumors are based on was shipped out almost 2 years after it was first announced. They haven't announced anything yet, so even after they do, it will be a wait.