More and more software would just increase the number of tasks that the computer would help solve.

Microsoft is always two years away from failure.

What I do best is share my enthusiasm.

There's only one trick in software, and that is using a piece of software that's already been written.

With the states release today of a set of clear and consistent academic standards, our nation is one step closer to supporting effective teaching in every classroom, charting a path to college and careers for all students, and developing the tools to help all children stay motivated and engaged in their own education. The more states that adopt these college and career based standards, the closer we will be to sharing innovation across state borders and becoming more competitive as a country.

Understanding science and pushing the boundaries of science is what makes me immensely satisfied.

I can understand wanting to have a million dollars but once you get beyond that, I have to tell you, it's the same hamburger.