Microsoft Loses to Linux in Thailand Struggle

[Ashcrow]

"In the second quarter of 2003, just 40 percent of all desktop PCs shipped in Thailand had a licensed copy of Windows installed, an all-time low that likely will dip even further. Moreover, PC manufacturer Laser Computer has replaced HP as Thailand's top PC seller. Laser Computer sells only Linux PCs."

"Significantly, first-time PC users in Thailand are finding the Linux Thai Language Edition easier to master than Windows.

http://www.linuxinsider.com/perl/story/32110.html

[Schotty]

Great news. Linux has to start somewhere. Thailand is as good as anywhere.

[mojo jojo]

Charging Thai consumers nearly $600 for Windows/Office is the equivalent of charging U.S. consumers $3,000

Holy Shit!!!!