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ZDNet UK: Why Microsoft/Novell is Good for Linux

“Being aware, as I am, of Microsoft’s monopolisation endeavours,
coupled with working in a Linux world inherently mistrustful of the
software giant, it may seem strange that I believe the
Microsoft/Novell agreement will be great for Linux. But I do.

“Why? Interoperability between Microsoft and Linux has been one
the greatest challenges for software publishers and system
integrators in the Linux world. The Microsoft/Novell agreement will
no doubt help to bridge the gap and make it easier for software
buyers to run both Windows and Linux-based systems…”

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