[quote]The Japanese notebook manufacturers had a similar view in the late 80s and 90s. They were not going to send valuable jobs abroad to Taiwan. they would not outsource the manufacturing of their products to another country.
Toshiba used to lead the world in notebook computers.
Then, those foolish US companies started outsourcing their manufacturing; perhaps 80% or more to Taiwan.
The Japanese lost their hold of the market. US companies now dominate where once it used to be the other way around.
Your criticism is misdirected.[/quote]
:bravo: :bravo: :bravo: I agree that the criticism has be directed. I agree that foolish US companies started outsourcing their manufacturing perhaps 80 percent or more to Taiwan. I agree that Toshiba used to lead the world in notebook computers so that is why I think that IYBF has made such a worthy post that I wish to applaud it. Does anyone have any other such examples that would lead credence to the above applause emoticons? I would love to see them if there are.