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    Microsoft Australia has given some ground in its spat with a non-profit organisation which uses its operating system on recycled computers donated to kids.

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  • Punters still behind PCs for Kids

    More than a month after Microsoft took on a small Australian charity, the issue remains in the spotlight, with public support firmly behind PCs for Kids, according to a recent survey.

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    The embittered battle between Microsoft and PCs for Kids continues, with the charity outraged over the software giants so-called "gesture of good will".

  • PCs for Kids gets help from Sun and Linux

    Sun Microsystems Australia and the Linux community have come to the aid of embattled PC’s for Kids in its mission to donate refurbished computers to children in need.

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