Capitalism has shortfalls. It doesn't necessarily take care of the poor, and it underfunds innovation, so we have to offset that.

Make it just like a Mac.

This whole phenomenon of the computer in a library is an amazing thing.

My wife thinks she's better than me at puzzles. I haven't given in on that one yet.

The Gates Foundation has learned that two questions can predict how much kids learn: 'Does your teacher use class time well?' and, 'When you're confused, does your teacher help you get straightened out?'

People can criticize Microsoft for supporting this TV thing for the past eight years, but it is a long-term bet, There is not any other software business that is as dedicated to the vision of the TV and the PDA [personal digital assistant] as we are.

In terms of fast food and deep understanding of the culture of fast food, I'm your man.