A reliable source of Microsoft-centric information leaks, MSnerd has announced he is exiting the arena. But before he goes, he's decided to answer any and all questions related to Microsoft and their place in the industry in a Q&A session on Reddit. Of particular interest are the topics of Silverlight and potential Windows Phone 'Apollo' upgrades for 1st and 2nd generation Windows Phone users.
Silverlight
Rumors have been swirling for some time now that Silverlight might be on its way out of the Microsoft product line. However, MSnerd says that Silverlight will continue to be utilized in three areas:
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