Based on the Fennec XUL code, the project's already begun successfully integrating with the live tile flavor of that OS, implementing HTML file input controls, snap for managing multiple running apps, in addition to search and share contracts.

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And if you want to send pictures of the new baby to grandma via the Internet, save the shot in a graphics file and attach it to e-mail -- no need to buy a scanner to input regular 35mm prints.

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In practice, a cabal of elites can and regularly do change those rules with minimal input from the rank and file.

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