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Microsoft "Competing with Linux" sales tool



Looks as if MS is once again attempting to arm it's resellers/partners with
new propaganda ;-}

I know a few of us go head on with proposals from MS resellers so I thought
there might be some interest in knowing what the "other guy" is telling your
potential client.

--Tim


---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Microsoft
Date: Thu, 18 Sep 2003 00:46:41 -0700
Subject: Get the Tools You Need to Compete With Linux

Microsoft for Partners

--------------------------------------------
Look here for answers: COMPETING WITH LINUX.
The new Partners Sales Training CD.
--------------------------------------------

September 18, 2003

Prepare yourself and your staff to handle your customer's questions about
Linux. This new sales training CD can help you effectively communicate what
you already know about the financial value and technology advantages of using
licensed Microsoft)B? solutions. Competing with Linux provides you and your
staff with solid business answers and training that you can use when the topic
of Linux comes up.

Resources on the Competing with Linux CD include:
)B?         Solutions Evaluations
)B?         Cost Value Benefits
)B?         Case Studies
)B?         Interactive Demos
)B?         Workload Comparisons
)B?         Analyst Reviews

CD is available worldwide in English only. Cost of CD is U.S. $3.50 plus
shipping and handling.

Order the CD today:
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=253711

Microsoft Communities is your launching pad for communicating online with
peers and experts about Microsoft products, technologies, and services:
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=253709


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