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Story: Windows dominance to last 'two to four years'

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Given ZDNet's rather well-established and recognised role as Microsoft's de facto Ministry of Propoganda, when they themselves start printing stories like this, it's a good indication that MS are in very serious trouble.

Ballmer's recent patent threats, and his increasingly visible stance of desperation and fear have been rather interesting to watch. What will be even more interesting will be finding out whether or not Microsoft will still exist as a corporation by 2010. I am beginning to have a feeling that there are even odds either way on that score. Whatever happens where that is concerned though, one thing is certain...Whoever hasn't already started looking at alternatives to Windows now has a more pressing need to do so than before. For Microsoft, the water level is now visibly rising.

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