By now most of you have read about the Judge's ruling in the Microsoft case which disappointed many. As a Microsoft competitor, we feel first hand the brunt of their actions. When we started selling at Walmart.com, Microsoft's CEO contacted the world's largest retailer to discuss their plans to sell LindowsOS machines. Presumably not to congratulate them.
Regardless of the legal outcome, I believe customers are tired of overpaying and will seek out affordable options. It is no longer necessary to purchase expensive Microsoft Windows software. A single $99 fee provides access to a list of high-quality programs — comparable to $2,000+ of Microsoft software purchases. StarOffice vs. Microsoft Office, GIMP vs. Adobe Photoshop, GNUCash vs. Quicken, and 150+ games.
The dramatic savings makes a complete Linux solution the right choice for many customers and ultimately accomplishes what the courts have yet been unable to do — bring choice back to the desktop.
Michael Robertson, Lindows.com
