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GPL3 was essential

To help slow down MS's continuing monopoly abuse and domination and control of the software industry using any means they can think of. I think that is apparent to all, except those who see no monopoly abuse from MS.
Hopefully the EU (where MS just lost another major anti trust case 2 weeks ago) will apply some rules and regulations to the monopolist so that innovation and evolution (even when it does not line MS's pockets) can once again flourish in the industry. This is a good example of the great difficulties that ensue after a predatory monopolist has been convicted, yet they are permitted to maintain their monopoly. It is very difficult to deal with a company that has acquired this much power, and aggressively uses it to stifle and crush any competition it encounters. It?s unfortunate that those who want non MS software in the world have to resort to contortions such as GPL3 to attempt to defend themselves.
Let?s remember WHY GPL3 came into existence in the first place- defense from a predatory monopoly.

Posted by: dfolk   Posted on: 10/02/07 You are currently: a Guest | Members login | Terms of Use

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