MS Goes Open Source to Boost Identity Management

"Microsoft is launching a slew of initiatives to help Web sites identify visitors.

"First, the company is kicking off four open-source projects to support the development of ID cards for online users. Microsoft is also releasing one of its identity management specs, Identity Selector Interoperability Profile, under its OSP (Open Specification Promise), meaning the specification is clear of licensing fees or patent worries..."

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