The readers have spoken, and the era of peak Microsoft is… open to debate.

We asked The Register 's nearest and dearest for thoughts on if, and when, peak Microsoft occurred. Up for grabs was one of Microsoft's Ugly Christmas sweaters: the Artifact Sweater, which appears to have already sold out in the company's store, and so is doubly exclusive.

Aside from the inevitable quip from user Korev – "I'm actually afraid to comment in case I win" – the question prompted somewhat of a debate. Admiral Grace Hopper commented: "Windows NT 3.51 was the last serious OS that Microsoft produced before the GDI was moved into the kernel. Everything since has had an element of comedy about it, whether intentional or not."

Which is the correct answer, though many would disagree.

Others suggested the com

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