James wrote:
> It's my understanding that Microsoft was ranting about GPLed open
> source and it's unfriendly-to-business nature. IMHO they were not
> putting down all open source projects...so, this has even LESS to
> do with Mozilla.
>
Their story line changes every day. First they criticized Open Source,
then they said their problem was with GPL being a cancer and today Gates
again misconstrued what Free software means . For him Free means no
cost, that is why he takes an issue with the commercial side of it. I
believe Free in Open Source has nothing to do with money but with
FREEDOM to make any changes you want or need to make (as long as you
share your changes with everyone).
http://news.cnet.com/news/0-1003-200-6291224.html?tag=rltdnws
They have equated Open Source as being insecure. I have several people
approach me already at the college where i teach and ask me why I am
using an Open Source web browser. They are afraid someone can insert
code (back door) that will breach confidential information and send it
to someplace else. I think MS misinformation campaign can affect how
Mozilla is perceived by the outside community. I think it is important
people have information on how MS also uses Open Source developed
software so that the record be kept straight. ;-)
http://news.cnet.com/news/0-1003-200-5813446.html?tag=rltdnws
