For the first time in a long time, the Western model has a serious competitor.

这是如此长久以来，西方模式第一次有了一个严肃的竞争者。

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This scenario is a more traditional model to replace Windows - with a direct competitor, instead of creating a web-based replacement.

这一设想是取代Windows的比较传统的模式——作为一个直接的竞争者，而不是创建一个基于Web的替代品。

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The model of the diversified mining giant was Rio’s but its upstart competitor beat it at its own game.

力拓开创了多样化矿产巨头的经营模式，但被BHP“暴发户”后来者居上，在自己的游戏中被人家打败。

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He also believes Walgreen has increasingly shown its ability to compete with its competitor's business model, as exemplified by its acquisition of health care provider firm Take Care.

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And because it was easier and profitable, it naturally became the main focus of Japanese (as well as global competitor) auto companies, with each new model bigger, heavier, and more expensive.

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But it may model its use of the technology on its smaller competitor VeriSign, which switches between traditional content delivery and cheaper peer-to-peer method, depending on how much a customer is willing to spend.

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