LinuxPlanet: Other Markets Might 'Terrify' Microsoft, But Not The Legal Space

"Although Linux might be making big inroads in some vertical markets, Microsoft Windows keeps enjoying virtually complete domination of the legal software space, with the small exception of some embedded appliances, concurred participants in this week's LegalTech show in New York City.

"'Microsoft is actually terrified of Linux in most vertical markets. But the legal market isn't one of them,' said Whit McIsaac, moderator of a conference session called 'Implementing Strategic Plans--Successfully Deploying Change in the Law Firm.'

"As one example of a vertical market where Linux is particularly popular, McIsaac pointed to education..."

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