MS makes yet another smart move 1720

Nothing's forever, especially in the computer business. IBM had a pretty solid lock for a long time.

Until it starts offering advantages you can't. Cost differential is only one aspect. Linux and Windows both have decent security models, but Microsoft can't effectively *use* the security measures in the Windows kernel without breaking most applications. Linux does not carry this historical baggage, and is inherently more resistant to spyware attacks. (See my "Keystone Predator" post.)

The DOJ dropped the ball.

"GbuttZe offered to testify on behalf of the Department of Justice on the boot loader question, reports Hacker, but the prosecution was only interested in browser integration.

This isn't because the DoJ lacked evidence: OEM contracts, for example from Gateway, formed an important part of its case. And it isn't because the contracts were too sensitive to broach in public: selected portions were used even where the documents were redacted or remained under seal.

No, the DoJ was only apparently interested in the browser case, and Hacker reports that Gbuttee was thanked for his input on the bootloader, but asked only to testify about browser integration."

-- Sincerely,

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