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It would be a hell of a lot easier than that - simply revoke the ActiveSync licenses for iOS (and Android).

When I heard that iPhones back in 2008 (and later Androids) were going to be citizens in the Exchange world, I did a double-take... in BillG's day this would've never have been allowed.

Full-on Post-PC without Exchange (especially 4 years ago) would have been a tougher sale.



At that time I think MS may have perceived Blackberry as its long term enemy. Now, it's too late.


a) Exchange that doesn't have near-ubiquitous device support is a much less viable product, and leaves a giant gaping hole for a competitor.

b) Yanking support breaks their customer's trust; and could possibly invite more anti-trust attention.




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