LinuxWorld Magazine: Intel Counsels Desktop Linux Movement

“Everyone knows Intel wants to sell processors but the question
is does it really care what operating system is running on the
chip? The answer is apparently yes. It’s taken notice of the effect
Linux is having in the IT market and it’s reacting. For example,
Linux has continued to grow as governments worldwide invest in Open
Source software. These users want an end to proprietary lock-in
(think Windows desktop upgrade cycle), to keep IT dollars local
(OSS installed by local firms), and to reduce costs. According to a
2004 IDC study Linux is expected to be in use on approximately 17
million PCs by 2008 worth $10 billion in PC sales…”

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