The writer mentions "other Internet services which are valued well north of $50bn." I am having trouble producing much of a list: Google, Amazon, Microsoft (some value is in "Internet services"), Oracle (the "Internet" here is arguable). Who else?
That's an interesting approach to building a machine. I haven't built my own box in some years now, but I'm curious if the savings involved are still worth it?
Idea: Aggregate compatible configurations and prices/coupons to yield "complete system" pricing.