It may make sense for them to actually market MS Office 2000 for Linux
Microsoft is a monopoly. It makes absolutely no sense for a monopoly to take any action that would strengthen the position of any competitive alternative.
One of the reasons that many businesses don't consider switching to Linux desktops and workstations is the non-portability of their office suite packages. I see no reason for Microsoft to alter that situation.
Microsoft is going after the corporate market. Corporate IT departments are tired of employees downloading unlicensed software, screensavers, and every other contraption under the sun.
Once Microsoft Marketing can convince Corporate America that their desktops can be secure, getting individual PC hardware on board will be a lot easier.
This vision of the future could be true, if all computer technology and computer innovation existed within the borders of the United States.
1. The DCMA is law only in the United States.
2. Intel and AMD, while dominant in the sub-class of x86 architecture, are virtually non-existant in other sub-classes of computer processor architecture. Consequently, any alternative computer design would be enhanced by being "DRM Free." (Read Sony, Nokia, even Transmeta if they relocate their company offshore)
3. Apple is under the thumb of Microsoft only so far as they rely on a port of the Office Suite. With the Office Suite becoming more and more commoditized, their reliance on Microsoft diminishes.
4. Linux holds the distinction of being the only major operating system kernel invented and largely developed OUTSIDE the United States. That appeal is not lost on the rest of the world.
I think your worst-case scenario could hold true, but true technological innovation cannot be bound by such artificially manufactured constraints. And the fear of being left behind the world in computer technology will likely keep enough of Congress in line that our rights will not be too severly trampled.
If you don't want to go through all of the licensing requirements, I believe you can legally broadcast anytime you want, if you keep the station output power below 100 mW. That might be enough to cover a few square blocks, on a cold, clear night.
I dropped my Palm IIIx from a height of 5 feet, and literally
SMASHED the screen on the kitchen floor, but I did managed to HotSync it one more time before shipping it off for repair.
I love these new fangled devices!
Wireless is the key.
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Who is on top now or is the near future is somewhat irrelevant.
Wireless connection and access is the key to the success of these devices. My IIIx with TRG memory upgrade has served me well and will continue to serve me well. But when an affordable PDA/Cell combination, with 320x240 screen, and capability of running text or graphic connection to my current ISP account without an additional monthly fee for connection, then I will upgrade.
I think a lot of people are waiting for this combination, but all the players are fighting for market share ahead of customer satisfaction.
Is that too much to ask?
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And don't get me started on Titanic.
Oh nobody...just the FIFTH AMENDMENT!
Fourth Amendment, actually.
Lindows won't be considered a viable alternative to (insert MS-OS here) until my Grandma can install and run it.
If this case goes to trial, you can bet that the jury will be made up of non-programmers.
SCO cares a great deal about what a non-programmer thinks about two side-by-side excerpts of code.
Windows Tip # 607:
To dispose of waste without going to the recycle bin, hit CTRL-Flush.
There is a finite probability that this will be modded up to 5.
It may make sense for them to actually market MS Office 2000 for Linux
Microsoft is a monopoly. It makes absolutely no sense for a monopoly to take any action that would strengthen the position of any competitive alternative.
One of the reasons that many businesses don't consider switching to Linux desktops and workstations is the non-portability of their office suite packages. I see no reason for Microsoft to alter that situation.
I mean, is there a trust fund for starving Finnish Artists?
This borders on the most absurd story I have ever heard.
What about elevators? Is that a separate suit?
I don't have time to wade through another pre-release article on Hammer.
Have they mentioned anything even remotely close to a release date.
It's hard to rate a phantom.
Microsoft is going after the corporate market. Corporate IT departments are tired of employees downloading unlicensed software, screensavers, and every other contraption under the sun.
Once Microsoft Marketing can convince Corporate America that their desktops can be secure, getting individual PC hardware on board will be a lot easier.
1. String together randomly collected hardware.
2. Plug in randomly picked distro.
3. Configure X-Server.
4. Another lost weekend.
Cheers.
Alex
This vision of the future could be true, if all computer technology and computer innovation existed within the borders of the United States.
:-|
1. The DCMA is law only in the United States.
2. Intel and AMD, while dominant in the sub-class of x86 architecture, are virtually non-existant in other sub-classes of computer processor architecture. Consequently, any alternative computer design would be enhanced by being "DRM Free." (Read Sony, Nokia, even Transmeta if they relocate their company offshore)
3. Apple is under the thumb of Microsoft only so far as they rely on a port of the Office Suite. With the Office Suite becoming more and more commoditized, their reliance on Microsoft diminishes.
4. Linux holds the distinction of being the only major operating system kernel invented and largely developed OUTSIDE the United States. That appeal is not lost on the rest of the world.
I think your worst-case scenario could hold true, but true technological innovation cannot be bound by such artificially manufactured constraints. And the fear of being left behind the world in computer technology will likely keep enough of Congress in line that our rights will not be too severly trampled.
Or not.
You need toi obtain a Radio Broadcast License before you even consider broadcasting on either the AM or FM bands. Go to How to Apply for a Broadcast Station - Audio Division (FCC) USA for a start.
If you don't want to go through all of the licensing requirements, I believe you can legally broadcast anytime you want, if you keep the station output power below 100 mW. That might be enough to cover a few square blocks, on a cold, clear night.
I agree with you on The Feynman Lectures. If you can find the film version (Yes, I show my age!) it is fabulous.
Another fine, older text is called "Physics for the Inquiring Mind", but the author eludes me.
On the other hand, it may just be the tip of the iceberg.
I dropped my Palm IIIx from a height of 5 feet, and literally SMASHED the screen on the kitchen floor, but I did managed to HotSync it one more time before shipping it off for repair.
I love these new fangled devices!
Who is on top now or is the near future is somewhat irrelevant. Wireless connection and access is the key to the success of these devices. My IIIx with TRG memory upgrade has served me well and will continue to serve me well. But when an affordable PDA/Cell combination, with 320x240 screen, and capability of running text or graphic connection to my current ISP account without an additional monthly fee for connection, then I will upgrade. I think a lot of people are waiting for this combination, but all the players are fighting for market share ahead of customer satisfaction. Is that too much to ask? eigerface