Bases Quote by Anonymous
“Because Microsoft seems to sometimes not trust customer choice, they salt XP with all these little gizmos and trap doors to get people to try Microsoft stuff. But the reality is that we're downloading more players than we ever have on a worldwide basis.”
About This Quote
Criticizes Microsoft for adding hidden features that limit user choice, yet notes high user adoption.
In simple terms: Hidden features limit choice but attract users.
Key Takeaway
Be wary of hidden controls.
Themes
technology
consumer rights
trust
Mood
skeptical
informative
Type
critical
observational
When to use this quote
- software updates
- privacy settings
- device purchases
Key Concepts
corporate strategy
user autonomy
software design
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you understand all software features?
- How can you retain control over your devices?
A Different Perspective
User may not realize hidden constraints.
![“It's quite an unfair thought that Microsoft are trying to control our gaming, they're trying to force us to be online all the time. [People] didn't really think that through.” quote by Peter Molyneux](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/cbb/peter-molyneux-4728_force_it-s-quite-an-unfair-thought-that-micros_1449746.jpg)
