Did you know that about 95% of our technical licenses are free? For development professionals, we have the Express versions of the products: Visual Studio, SQL Server, and Visual Studio LightSwitch. And for students, Web Developers, or Startup entrepreneurs, Microsoft provides not only free licenses but also programs with specific benefits to meet their needs. (source: Microsoft IT Center)
So, Microsoft's strong market position wasn't an accident. They make a lot of money from end-users, but the availability of material and tools for students and developers is enormous. That's a good idea! (Sílvio Lôbo)
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