Topic: Microsoft: Africa doesn't need free software
radiorahim
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posted 20 October 2005 10:15 AM
At times the FUD gets ridiculous.
quote: Microsoft has claimed the cost of software is not an important issue in the developing world.
In response to a question on the role of open source software in Africa, Gerald Ilukwe, the general manager of Microsoft Nigeria, said that cost is not important, even though he admitted that the average annual salary in the West African country is only $160 (£91).
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posted 20 October 2005 10:15 AM
