Microsoft Patent Envisions Free Computing

Dotnaught writes "A Microsoft patent application published on Thursday shows the company contemplating free computers and software for its customers. It suggests 'a service provider such as a telephone company, an Internet service provider, or a leasing company may provide computer systems or components to users at a reduced charge or for free in exchange for targeted advertising delivery.'"

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hello?

[gmack]

Hey microsoft it's the year 2000 calling.. they want their buisness plan back.

Seriously. Wasn't exactly this done already? How can they patent this?