# Computing Tryware Microsoft Says You Can Pay as You Go By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-12-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computing-tryware-microsoft-says-you-can-pay-as-you-go References: [tech.blorge](http://tech.blorge.com/Structure:) So, you would love to have the latest version of [Microsoft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autopatch) OfficeShopSuite software, or you lust for the UberTrucker computer but just don’t know if it’s worth it? Microsoft thinks you are not alone and has filed a patent application to you let you [pay as you go](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heights-platform) for computers and software as you use them. It’s not a lease. Microsoft gets you to agree to let them have access to how much you use your computer and the software and pay them. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Pay-as-you-go Computing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing a flexible payment model for consumers to access and use computers and software, allowing them to pay based on actual usage. - **Usage-based Payment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implementing a payment system that charges users based on the amount of computer and software usage, offering a more cost-effective option for individuals and businesses. - **Access Economy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating a platform that enables users to access and utilize computers and software on a temporary basis, reducing the need for long-term ownership. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Technology companies can explore new business models and pricing strategies to provide consumers with flexible and affordable access to computers and software. - **Software as a Service (saas):** Disruptive innovation opportunity: SaaS providers can leverage usage-based payment models to attract new customers and offer more customizable pricing options. - **Rent-to-own:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Companies in the rent-to-own industry can expand their offerings to include computers and software, providing individuals and businesses with a more affordable way to access technology. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Laptop Subscription Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-macbook-upgrade-program.md) - [Automatically Managed Operating Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autopatch.md) - [Innovative Flexible Pricing Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexible-pricing-model.md) - [Instant Messaging Payment Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pay-by-text.md) - [Post-Purchase Payment Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swipe-to-finance.md) - [Smartphone-Powered Computing Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-surface-duo-workshop-concept.md) - [Advanced Automobile Driver Assists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluecruise.md) - [Subscription-Based Printing Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subscriptionbased-printing-service.md) - [Knowledgeable Pay-Per-Use Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourdotpay.md)