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Microsoft Board Names Satya Nadella as CEO

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Re: Microsoft Board Names Satya Nadella as CEO

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I don't know a lot about Nadella, but he seems like a huge leap away from Ballmer. Indian cricketeer who hustles but at least looks like a nice guy...Could be hugely positive for them. Pretty cool.

I, personally, want Microsoft to succeed. Not so I can go back to a Windows computer (neverrrr) but so I can buy whatever they create after Windows.

Re: Microsoft Board Names Satya Nadella as CEO

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I don't know a lot about Nadella, but he seems like a huge leap away from Ballmer. Indian cricketeer who hustles but at least looks like a nice guy...Could be hugely positive for them. Pretty cool. I, personally, want Microsoft to succeed. Not so I can go back to a Windows computer (neverrrr) but so I can buy whatever they create after Windows.

> I, personally, want Microsoft to succeed. Not so I can go back to a Windows computer (neverrrr) but so I can buy whatever they create after Windows.

Not to mention, (solid) competition drives innovation. To me, that's the most important reason to root for Microsoft's success.

Re: Microsoft Board Names Satya Nadella as CEO

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post #3

I don't know a lot about Nadella, but he seems like a huge leap away from Ballmer. Indian cricketeer who hustles but at least looks like a nice guy...Could be hugely positive for them. Pretty cool. I, personally, want Microsoft to succeed. Not so I can go back to a Windows computer (neverrrr) but so I can buy whatever they create after Windows.

> I, personally, want Microsoft to succeed. Not so I can go back to a Windows computer (neverrrr) but so I can buy whatever they create after Windows. Not to mention, (solid) competition drives innovation. To me, that's the most important reason to root for Microsoft's success.

Seriously. Microsoft is close to figuring out who they're going to be for the next decade. I'm optimistic.

Re: Microsoft Board Names Satya Nadella as CEO

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Sincerely I feel like buying some MSFT stock, first time in a decade. Replacing Steve Jobs would be much tougher assignment. Don't forget to deactivate Ballmer's badge and get some fresh air into the boardrooms :)

Ballmer is staying.

Heavy furniture is always a challenge to move

Re: Microsoft Board Names Satya Nadella as CEO

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post #4

Sincerely I feel like buying some MSFT stock, first time in a decade. Replacing Steve Jobs would be much tougher assignment. Don't forget to deactivate Ballmer's badge and get some fresh air into the boardrooms :)

Ballmer is staying.

I haven't watched the videos since I'm at work, but last I heard he was retiring once the new CEO was named. Has that changed?
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