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Unfortunately, companies need to pay for more than just the physical cost of their products. R&D, salaries, as well as a profit margin for retailers all contribute to the cost base. Also, they have to make a profit to keep

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shareholders happy.

Mmm. Suse does not have any shareholders, it is a private company.

Sorry Cliff, but private companies have shareholders. What do you think the VCs get for their money? They are just not traded on an exchange and you and I can't buy shares.