Microsoft Comments On Adobe's Subscription Only Move
 

Microsoft has released a statement in regards to Adobe going subscription only. Microsoft's take on the subject? The company believes in the novel concept of offering customers a choice. However, unlike Adobe, we think people's shift from packaged software to subscription services will take time. Within a decade, we think everyone will choose to subscribe because the benefits are undeniable. In the meantime, we are committed to offering choice--premier software sold as a package and powerful services sold as a subscription.

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