NewsFactor: Can Ximian Crash Microsoft’s Desktop Party?

“Breaking the desktop barrier has not been easy for the Linux
community, but software developers are making inroads on
arch-nemesis Microsoft and other corporate competitors, spurred by
the adoption of open-source systems among private and public
organizations.

“One of those developers is Ximian, which now offers an upgraded
version of its Linux desktop software delivering broad Windows
interoperability. Its productivity applications and new features
are designed to help businesses roll out Linux on the desktop in
mixed environments with a minimum of hassles.

“‘Interoperability with existing applications and systems is
critical for enterprise customers,’ Jon Perr, a marketing executive
with Ximian, told NewsFactor. With that in mind, Ximian now has an
intuitive interface and an integrated suite of applications that
support the Windows file formats and networks prevalent in most
work environments…”

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