“The goal is to make Linux a major force in the era of
network-connected appliances.”
“”We’re in the midst of another shift,” Love said. “The LAN is
turning into the Internet and the PC is turning into many
specialized appliances and devices. They are lower cost [than the
PC] and they are breaking down political and economic
barriers.”
“But Love said it’s not all good. He mentioned Newton’s 3rd law
of motion, saying the more devices, the more management that’s
required. He said “in the sea of Internet inter-connected
devices, how do you manage and maintain your business?“