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Steve Jobs leaves the building, again

Jan 17th 2011, 16:31 by The Economist online | SAN FRANCISCO

THE serious health problems that Apple’s boss, Steve Jobs, has been struggling with over the past few years have not, alas, gone away. On January 17th the company released the following e-mail, sent by its chief executive to all employees:

Team,

At my request, the board of directors has granted me a medical leave of absence so I can focus on my health. I will continue as CEO and be involved in major strategic decisions for the company.

I have asked Tim Cook to be responsible for all of Apple’s day to day operations. I have great confidence that Tim and the rest of the executive management team will do a terrific job executing the exciting plans we have in place for 2011.

I love Apple so much and hope to be back as soon as I can. In the meantime, my family and I would deeply appreciate respect for our privacy.

Steve

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