Microsoft to Rename XP Reduced Media Edition
Matthew BroersmaMicrosoft Corp. said it will come up with a new name for the unbundled version of Windows XP in time for the software's retail delivery by the end of February, following criticism from the European Commission.
The name "Windows XP Reduced Media Edition," which the EC said would prejudice consumers against the software, was only provisional, pending the Commission's approval, Microsoft said on Monday. "Microsoft is absolutely committed to complying fully with the Commission's decision," said a Microsoft spokesman. "Microsoft is currently discussing alternative names."
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