The Cloud is all very well, but what about those who
can't afford the extra expense of internet access?
Will Microsoft be developing new apps that will be
internet-dependent? One shouldn't forget that there
are more important expenses in everyday life:
Telephone, Car (& insurance), Mortgage/Rent, Food,
Medical ins, etc. Believe it or not, there are people
out there who can just barely afford to purchase their
computer, never mind internet access. I don't know
what I would have done if I hadn't had my Art programs
and the ability to combine them with my
Writing/Word-Processor apps. Microsoft, if you are
listening, please remember your customers in the
lower income bracket. They will need apps that are not
internet-dependant. Another expense added on to what
we already pay for is not always possible.
(Also, some simpler folk also prefer to work off-line,
w/o the distractions that come along with access. )--
Please don't shut out the people who are struggling.
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