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Microsoft to lower Windows 8.1 licensing fees for entry-level PCs, say Taiwan makers
Max Wang, Taipei; Adam Hwang, DIGITIMES

Microsoft plans to further decrease Windows 8.1 licensing rates for entry-level PCs priced below US$250 and tablets, from nearly US$50 currently to about US$15, according to Taiwan-based PC supply chain makers.

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