[seibelj]

Microsoft continues to make me want to like them, it’s strange

[chii]

> it’s strange

it's not. They've lost their dominant position (mind-share wise at least) and is clamouring to get it back. Google, on the other hand, has gained a dominant position, and got complacent lately; and people are starting to lose faith in them.

But in the end, the goal is to ensure they have good PR.

[rch]

You don't need to like them, just continue to hold the stock you bought when Ballmer stepped down. It will probably be obvious when it's time to sell.