Ubuntu desktop apparently scares Microsoft

Feb 09, 2009, 18:04 (11 Talkback[s])
(Other stories by Matt Asay)

"Ubuntu must be giving Microsoft fits on the desktop. That's the only reason I can come up with for Microsoft's LinkedIn search for a new director of open-source strategy, with a focus on the desktop:

"The Windows Competitive Strategy team is looking for a strong team member to lead Microsoft's global desktop competitive strategy as it relates to open source competitors."

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