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The funny thing is that, for once, most people probably agree with Balmer's original statement.
I don't see how Facebook could not be a fad. Unlike Google or even Microsoft, they aren't solving any real technology problems. They are providing a service that is essentially a limited version of the internet at large. I'm not saying they won't be around at all in five years. Just that the noobs will eventually tire of poking each other and paying to send each other icons.
I don't see how Facebook could not be a fad. Unlike Google or even Microsoft, they aren't solving any real technology problems. They are providing a service that is essentially a limited version of the internet at large. I'm not saying they won't be around at all in five years. Just that the noobs will eventually tire of poking each other and paying to send each other icons.
No kidding.
I'm almost wondering if Microsoft's move was less about Facebook and more about upping Google.
I'm almost wondering if Microsoft's move was less about Facebook and more about upping Google.
"It's just a fad" == "I can walk away from this deal" -- one of the best negotiating positions possible.