Linked by Thom Holwerda on Fri 3rd Nov 2006 20:02 UTC
Some more reactions to the Novell-Microsoft deal. Firstly, Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer said his company is open to talking to other Linux distributors about reaching mutual patent coverage deals similar to the agreement signed Nov. 2 with Novell. Secondly, according to Red Hat, this deal means that 'Linux has won', while also saying they would never make such an agreement with Microsoft: "An innovation tax is unthinkable. Free and open source software provide the necessary environment for true innovation. Innovation without fear or threat. Activities that isolate communities or limit upstream adoption will inevitably stifle innovation." More reactions here and here. Update: Another response from Red Hat. In one year's time, a Red Hat general counsil said, Red Hat will be the only Linux commercial vendor left standing, Microsoft support or not.
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RE[2]: Red Hat doesn't like it? What a surprise!!
by ronaldst on Fri 3rd Nov 2006 22:05
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RE[3]: Red Hat doesn't like it? What a surprise!!
by MediaSex on Fri 3rd Nov 2006 22:10
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"BTW, Mono's Miguel de Icaza and OO.o contributor Michael Meeks also approve of the deal. "
Oh god!
That has to be the most sadly pathetic comment in the whole fiasco!
Gee, the little Microsoft shit miguel 'approves' of the deal. No shit sherlock! His years of work to f--k Linux are all coming to fruition with this Microsoft patent litigation timebomb.
MollcC, go away you stupid person.