Analyst: Xbox "generates" $2 billion in losses for MS. Hides it with patent royalties

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LoL @ Business Insider

MS posted a profit for the EDD even before Android was on the market or Skype was acquired.

Entertainment and Devices Division

(In millions, except percentages)	2009	2008	2007	Percentage Change 2009 Versus 2008	Percentage Change 2008 Versus 2007
Revenue	$7,753	$8,206	$ 6,139	(6)%	34%
Operating income (loss)	$ 169	$497	$(1,898)	(66)%	*