“On the Linux Planet, free and open source software makes the
world go around, while in the wider world, it’s often money. There
is one Linux vendor that stands head and shoulders above all others
when it comes to money. This past week, Red Hat reiterated its
commitment and path to be the first Linux vendor to make $1 billion
in revenue in one year.“No, money isn’t the most important thing on the Linux Planet,
but it sure does help to keep score.”
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