Linux backers form patent-sharing firm

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The point of this to me is that it could make people comfortable

At least, that's what I get from this paragraph:

If OIN's approach to managing intellectual property wins acceptance, it could overcome a big stumbling block to wider corporate adoption of Linux and pose challenges for major opponent Microsoft, which has argued that relying on "open source" software poses legal risks.

C-level people like assurances like this when it comes to using IP if a lawsuit is the only thing keeping them away from it. You may or may not agree with me, but the above paragraph tells me that at least one of the points of this is to start providing these assurances for the people who most influence technology decisions.

If OIN turns out to be popular, effective, and open to all, then I bet it would expand to cover more than Linux and/or more "companies" would be formed to cover more open source products.

I think the best way to see the point of this is to see who takes them up on their offer and what for what reason.

Posted by: Taz_z   Posted on: 11/10/05 You are currently: a Guest | Members login | Terms of Use

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