In light of its now internet-centric business model, it’s difficult to remember a time when Microsoft viewed the internet as a passing fad and would not embrace it. Seven years ago to the day, Microsoft finally woke up and realized they were already behind the ball with the internet craze. This realization forced a company-wide reorganization within Microsoft — and thoroughly entertained those of us in the industry who believed Bill Gates to be insane for not diving in sooner.
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