Quotes by Stacey Quandt

“[The Asia Pacific region isnt the only hotbed of Linux activity. The Peruvian congress is considering a law that would force all government computer systems to use open-source technology whenever possible.] Security is especially relevant for government vendors, ... Governments are saying theyd rather use open-source technology because there arent any unseen open doors into the system. But its not only that. Linux offers better performance, more stability, and a lower cost. Its a threat to Microsoft, and theres no turning back.”

“Customers prefer to get their solutions from one source.”

“This wont stop the Microsoft encroachment.”

“The U.S. governments support for Linux is indicative of the shift away from government-developed code and the lower costs associated with commercial off-the-shelf solutions. The U.S. government benefits from the community efforts to enhance the security of Linux with up-to-date technical innovation.”

“As open-source companies continue to create pricing pressure on proprietary software solutions, it will be interesting to see how Microsoft responds subsequent to the release of Longhorn. By 2010 Microsoft will support its applications on Linux and develop an open-source strategy,”

“All the major vendors are hedging their bets with Linux.”

“Today most open-source-related companies, whether they seek venture capital or not, need to define their market and objectives in the context of technical maturity, commercial support and partnerships with system vendors and independent software vendors, licensing, and the vibrancy of their respective open-source communities,”

“Security is especially relevant for government vendors. Governments are saying theyd rather use open-source technology because there arent any unseen open doors into the system. But its not only that. Linux offers better performance, more stability, and a lower cost. Its a threat to Microsoft, and theres no turning back.”

“A patent commons allows IT industry to add value above the operating system.”

“The language in this version appeals more to organizations than individual users, especially concerning patents. There is more reference to suing companies that dont respect the license.”