for those of you who arn't /. zombies this was posted and it is great.
Rockin' on without Microsoft
Sterling Ball, a jovial, plain-talking businessman, is CEO of Ernie Ball, the world's leading maker of premium guitar strings endorsed by generations of artists ranging from the likes of Eric Clapton to the dudes from Metallica. But since jettisoning all of Microsoft products three years ago............. http://news.com.com/2008-1082_3-5065859.html?tag=lh
Great article, read it if you haven't.
-Ryan
