Why did Microsoft develop the Microsoft Windows CE Shared Source Premium License Program?
Mundie: We are always looking for ways to add customer value and meet the needs of our customers. The Windows CE Shared Source Premium license program stemmed from our experience when launching Windows CE 4.0. We created a joint development program with a number of OEM customers to garner feedback on the operating system before it was commercially available. Our OEM customers told us that if they could be assured of having greater access to more of the source code during the development of products, they could save on development costs, get products to market more quickly, and optimize their solutions. Based on that direct customer feedback, as well as the success of the first Windows CE Shared Source license, we developed the Windows CE Shared Source Premium License Program to increase customer value and expand their business opportunities. PressPass: Who is the audience for the Windows CE Shared Source Premium Program? Mundie: The global program provides access to Windows CE source c
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