Why does Islam have followers?

I have read that the only way that Islam could be spread is through the money of Khadjiha and the sword of Ali on a couple of Islam websites. i figure at least there is some honesty in this as...

is there anything wrong with criticizing other peoples beleifs?

do you find it when people attack other peoples religions? why or why not? do you feel that it is good or bad?

If you had 1 million dollars to give to a charity,what charity would it be? why?

I would give to an organization fighting global warming. What about you?

Would you rather have a maid or a chef?

hmm cook for you or clean for you?