Re: [tlug] Novel embraces Microsoft

[Edward Middleton <edward@example.com>]

stephen@example.com wrote:
> Edward Middleton writes:
>
>  > If they had enforceable patents in technology used by SAMBA then they
>  > could cause problems for the SAMBA developers but strategically it would
>  > be counterproductive.  A lot of companies supporting Windows-Linux
>  > interoperability, including Novell, rely on SAMBA.  If Microsoft started
>  > attacking samba developers they would drive samba development into
>  > companies with deeper pockets or patent sharing arrangements.
>
> That's exactly what they want, especially if Microsoft or a partner
> becomes the deep-pocket-of-choice.
>   

It could also end up being developed/maintained in a company or
consortium hostile to Microsofts interests.

Edward