Will Microsoft Code-Checking Plans Cripple the GPL?

Infonaut was one of many readers to point out that "Thomas C. Green at The Register seems to think Microsoft is after far more than the 'ubiquitous security' they're pitching to the mainstream press. In this lengthy article, he contends that Microsoft's latest plans are in many ways an attempt to kill Linux by rendering GPL'ed software unusable. Yep, that's freedom to innovate, I'd say."

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Strike?

[Maverick TimeSurfer]

I'm probably gonna get flamed, or modded as a troll for this, and it's probably a bad idea, but I'm gonna say it anyways. So, here we go:

The article says "Of course here I'm assuming Palladium won't become the next Microsoft Bob. It could meet with severe consumer rejection, as I hope it will." And I hope it's right. But most average Joes (or Bobs) are just going to use what's best hyped and most redily available, even if the hype is false and only intended to make you paranoid about everything else. Of course, we have to take into account the fact that this could backfire because of all the Windows software that exists now, which, obviously, isn't certified for Palladium. But we all know how famous Microsoft and it's cronies are for releasing patches and updated versions. So, here's an idea, to make sure it backfires- Every self-respecting linux geek who has any good feelings towards Open Source and/or GPL simply refuse to have anything to do with windoze for a while. Of course, it's not possible, because programs can lie if thet're told to, and then there's your boss who is one of those average Joes and forces you to work with windoze, but you could keep interaction down to a minimum. Now, either two entirely separate tech communities will form, one ruled by the users and one by Microsoft, or all the MS junkies will just get sick of it all and convert. Siege tactics, see? And both outcomes aren't all that bad. Unless wars start braking out between the two communities, but heck, that's as good as happened already.

Re:What about Web Apps?

[joel8x]

Slahdot poster who reads articles???

Seriously, I read a different article on Paladium and only skimmed this one - thanks for the quote though.