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> Economists Carl Shapiro and Hal Varian even proved that the value of a software company is the total lock-in

How much lock-in does your start-up have?

Does lock-in include FUD? Does FUD include providing the best service?

I worked for a company which was insanely profitable but it had almost no lock-in. However, the boss took it as a personal affront if you didn't have success with the product that he designed. Therefore, it was widely regarded that you'd have most success if you bought from that company.

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