ZDNet has posted an interview with Jim Allchin, vice president of Microsoft's Platforms Group

How do you feel about the Windows XP launch? What went right, what went wrong?
I think it's one of the best launches that we've ever done. And I'm basing that on whether the partners are super happy...when I talked with them, they were super happy. The OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) appreciated the visibility they got and the programs we did with them.

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