Can Microsoft Really Convince People To Subscribe To Software? 297
curtwoodward writes "For most consumers, monthly subscriptions are still something for magazines and cable TV. With Office 365, Microsoft is about to embark on a huge social experiment to see if they'll also pay that way for basic software. But in doing so, Microsoft has jacked up prices on its old fee structure to make subscriptions seem like a better deal. And that could really leave a bad impression with financially struggling consumers."
I've said it before. (Score:5, Funny)
If you liked Microsoft Tax you're going to love Microsoft Rent.
Re:Why has the slashdot MS symbol changed? (Score:5, Funny)
Re:Why has the slashdot MS symbol changed? (Score:5, Funny)
Yeah, we want Borg Ballmer.
Re:Why would a home user want Office? (Score:5, Funny)
It's a OK word processor, a mediocre but adequate spreadsheet
With a shining endorsement like that, who wouldn't want to use it?
Re:Why has the slashdot MS symbol changed? (Score:5, Funny)
And we can replace Apple's logo with a generic law suit.
Re:Why has the slashdot MS symbol changed? (Score:3, Funny)
I suggest we replace Bill's icon not with a generic suit, but with a chair.
As long as it's a flying chair, I'll second that.