WIRED Asks My ChromeOS Question

In one word - Why?

Chrome OS promises to revolutionize netbooks and other underpowered machines. But why bother? Your netbook already has a browser and access to Google’s applications. What could Chrome do for you and your netbook?

How much is the "Microsoft Tax" on a new notebook? $50? That's not enough discount to get me to buy one, is it for you?