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DesktopLinux: Linux Lab Defuses Microsoft Patent FUD

Nov 19, 2004, 16:00 (1 Talkback[s])

"CEO Steve Ballmer reportedly fired a FUD missile at Microsoft's greatest rival today, suggesting that Linux violates 228 patents. Ballmer's alleged remarks badly misrepresent statements made in August by a Linux startup offering insurance against patent lawsuits. Open Source Development Labs (OSDL) CEO Stuart Cohen prepared a statement in response..."

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