On Mon, November 27, 2006 1:04 pm, Robert Snyder wrote:
> They disagree because they cant see past the stupid IP issues.
Robert, these "stupid IP issues" could seriously hurt Linux by forcing a
removal or crippling of features to comply with Microsoft's IP. At the
very best, if the claims are true, it could developmentally set the Linux
kernel back while parts are re-written.
> And the SCO cases when no where! So if MS is pulling the same old SCO
> crap
> then there no reason to concern with MS lawsuits. At the same time I
> dont
> think MS would give Kernel developers time to fix before a lawsuit but if
> MS
> had real creadible proof, then it will be like any other IP infringment
> case. Fix the problems or pay the patent holder.
The SCO case went nowhere because SCO didn't have the money to drag it out
with IBM. Robert, what most people fear is not if Microsoft is right but
how Microsoft could financially destroy small commercial Linux companies
by dragging out a costly legal battle. In court, it doesn't really matter
who is right - it matters who has the most money and the best lawyers.
This won't be like any other IP infringement case you've ever seen.
Microsoft won't be out to get compensation, they'll be out to destroy the
competition to ensure their monopoly continues.
> See number 3. again if it is that seriouse linux is getting what it
> deserves
> assuming MS has a creadiable case with proof of violation.
I'm afraid that Microsoft's idea of Linux "getting what it deserves" would
mean you'd be running Windows and nothing else.
v/r,
Rich Morgan
OpenAddict.com
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