I live in Ethiopia which is considered one of the poorest country in the world. The average salary is $100.00/year.
About a year ago, I went to local a major computer brand authorized dealer and told them that I want to purchase a new computer. One of the question they asked me was what kind of software will I need on my new machine. I then asked them if there will be extra charge for extra software but they indicate to me there will not be extra charge for additional software. Of coruse, I was told I will not get CDs but they will sure install it for me for free.
Yesterday, I needed my XP SP2 CD but I couldn't locate it. So, once again I went to a local computer store. The price was 25.00 birr ($3.50US). Well, to make the story short I ended up getting XP SP2 Pro for $3.50US.
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I live in Ethiopia which is considered one of the poorest country in the world. The average salary is $100.00/year. About a year ago, I went to local a major computer brand authorized dealer and told them that I want to purchase a new computer. One of the question they asked me was what kind of software will I need on my new machine. I then asked them if there will be extra charge for extra software but they indicate to me there will not be extra charge for additional software. Of coruse, I was told I will not get CDs but they will sure install it for me for free. Yesterday, I needed my XP SP2 CD but I couldn't locate it. So, once again I went to a local computer store. The price was 25.00 birr ($3.50US). Well, to make the story short I ended up getting XP SP2 Pro for $3.50US.