[Sakos]

You working hard doesn't change the facts. Velocity doesn't excuse anti-competitive behavior. I would've thought the DoJ case against Microsoft would've taught you that you can't just do whatever you want because it's convenient for you, especially when it has an effect on your competitors.

This isn't about feelings. This is about a multi-billion dollar corporation doing whatever it wants, yet again, to the detriment of other players in the market. Empathy doesn't have a place here.

It really is tiring to see people who earn hundreds of thousands a year crying about a lack of empathy. What a joke.

[rcarmo]

Why are you making this personal? Do you know me? Do you know where I live, or how much I really earn?

(Spoilers: One of the ass-ends of Europe, not that much - _certainly_ not anywhere near what my US counterparts earn, even "adjusted" to local terms)

Or do you hate Microsoft so much that you think that frees you from, you know, having basic human decency?

I suppose you've found this to be great excuse to go on a crusade and avoid having a civil discussion with another person (and, to be honest, insulting them in the process). Bravo.

[prewett]

Your "HN folk's ability to empathize with people working hard" made it personal...