And you have to know that when Intel and Seagate sneeze, Microsoft is going to catch a cold.

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You need prolonged and close contact to catch a cold.

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The platform was packed - not only with the fortunate passengers who had their Willy Wonka-esque burgundy and gold tickets, but also with steam enthusiasts who had braved the bitter cold to catch a glimpse of this majestic train.

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But small companies won't give a damn, if - like their German and US counterparts - they get access to loans that can't and won't be withdrawn as and when they and the economy catch another cold.

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