I keep picturing all these little kids playing some game in this big field of rye and all.

我一直在脑子里想像很多小孩在麦田地什么的玩游戏。

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This transformation of computing and it infrastructure into a utility, which is available to all, somewhat levels the playing field.

这就把计算和IT基础设施转换为一种实用工具，就像球场一样，可供所有人使用。

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But for this competition to benefit us both, it must take place on a level playing field with rules that are clear and treat all countries fairly and equally.

但要使这种竞争给我们双方都带来利益，竞争就必须是在一个公平竞争的环境中进行，要有明确的、对所有国家都公平与一视同仁的规则。

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But in fact academic studies have shown that this is wrong-footed and that in the long run by not having a level playing field, by not building systems, by not creating competitive markets you are actually undermining development and you are undermining economic growth and you are taking away the trust of potential investors."

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It is clear that one way or another they are going to level this playing field.

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Though we have factored in greater competition in our Apple forecast, aggressive promotional activities might alter this playing field somewhat.

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And any move away from this levelled playing field can be perceived as a defection.

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