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Closing the Cover on Microsoft Book Scanning
Chris_Keene writes "The Live Search blog announces that the Live.com Book and Academic Search are to close. Book search in particular has had quite a bit of coverage, and often seemed like a race with Google. The Live blog says 'we are winding down our digitization initiatives, including our library scanning and our in-copyright book programs. We recognize that this decision comes as disappointing news to our partners, the publishing and academic communities, and Live Search users [...] this past Wednesday we announced our strategy to focus on verticals with high commercial intent, such as travel, and offer users cash back on their purchases from our advertisers.'"
I can't believe that Microsoft are finally having their IBM moment.
I no longer care nearly as much as I used to, but goddamn if this isn't a blast to watch.
In Capitalist America, bank robs you!
Both of them?