I've been to Thailand a couple of times, the latest trip being the end of May / beginning of June. My father-in-law (who lives in Bangkok) said to me, "While you're here, is there any software you need? We can get you any software you want for under 500 baht." Which is roughly $12.50 US. I declined the offer because:
I use Linux and OpenOffice
I can't read Thai yet
These are not stupid people awaiting Microsoft to swoop down from Nirvana with discounted Operating Systems. Piracy is not a problem in Asia... it's an entire freakin' INDUSTRY.
Microsoft has no idea what they're getting into.
That the pop-up on the second page of their website says something to the effect of "expect to lose all your money if you invest in us 'cuz we're scared to show you our check book?" No wonder they're suing. They need the revenue. (Holy shades of SCO, Batman!)
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I use Linux and OpenOffice
I can't read Thai yet These are not stupid people awaiting Microsoft to swoop down from Nirvana with discounted Operating Systems. Piracy is not a problem in Asia ... it's an entire freakin' INDUSTRY.
Microsoft has no idea what they're getting into.
That the pop-up on the second page of their website says something to the effect of "expect to lose all your money if you invest in us 'cuz we're scared to show you our check book?" No wonder they're suing. They need the revenue. (Holy shades of SCO, Batman!)