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Originally posted by Shadow_Link
Ok, back to the topic. I agree with TheGame to an extent, that they are trying to build up a larger fanbase... BUT... But I don't think the purpose of it is to build up a fanbase for their next consoles, but more to do with gaining more followers for their 'other' products. They are basically reaching out to people so that they will become interested in their 'core' brand, which everyone knows what it is  . Though the Xbox isn't going to be a leader, let along profitable, it is their vehicle to widen interest in their core brands. And I do think that they would make more money by expanding business in what they are market leaders in, instead of making profits which will be shared 3 ways in the videogame business...
That's my take on it, whether it's the case is a different matter altogether .
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Well, I would agree with you except for the fact that you're completely wrong
The XBox is MS's way of reaching into the entertainment field and move away from just being a software company alone. This is why they are combining the XBox with UltimateTV and other media related equipment. It was MS's goal all along to create an all in one entertainment machine. MS eventually wants to be Sony with Software (hey!! Alliteration!!!)