"Linux is *the* threat," Says Microsoft

Ami Ganguli writes "Anybody who works selling Linux into large accounts should read this leaked MS memo on The Register. Show it to your clients as well. The good news is that Microsoft is scared. The bad news is that these guys play tough. On the other hand, I've worked with IBM sales before, and they're no push-overs either." And it appears that they want to go after the the City of Largo as well.

Comments

Another MS internal memo...

[superflex]

From: Bill (chairman_bill@bukkake.microsoft.com)

To: Brian Valentine

Subject: Sales team motivation...

Brian,

I'm concerned about a lack of motivation on the part of our sales team in really pressing the benefits of XP, .NET, and the evil of Linux on our customers. As you know, Linux is the threat to our business, and we need all the wins we can get.

That's why I think we need to take a more agressive stance in our internal communications with our sales people. Starting today, I'm authorizing you to initialize Operation Ink. The main thrust of this operation is:

To make all staff aware that losses to our filthy Linux competitors will result in immediate butt-tatooing. Failure is not an option here people, and it will result in harsh, painful posterior inking of anyone who drops the ball. Staff should also be aware of the possibility of tatoo's being done by myself personally, with the additional possibility of sodomy.

Please make sure that all staff are made immediately aware of this new corporate policy, Brian. I mean it. Don't make me subject you to "discipline".

-WG

Re:No

[kyz]

Nice, you ignore my points by labelling me a troll.

You're not a troll, you're a filthy, dirty hun. Never forget that.