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The Register: Lindows Now Lindash

Written By
Web Webster
Web Webster
Feb 17, 2004

“The operating system Lindows is now available as Lin—s
(pronounced: Lin-dash) in those countries where Microsoft has
blocked the availability of the desktop Linux distribution. The new
name complies with a recent Amsterdam court ruling, the San Diego
company says.

“‘By removing 3 letters from our product name, Lindows.com will
not be creating any confusion regarding Microsoft’s supposed
trademark on ‘windows’, and still offer choice in the marketplace,’
said Lindows.com CEO Michael Robertson in a statement today…”

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Web Webster

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