[CLUE-Talk] Legal breaking of the MS monopoly WAS: Re:[CLUE-Tech] HP laptop

[Kevin Cullis]

Ed Hill wrote:
> 
> The real point I was trying to get across is that we should all get off
> our *sses and write our comments concerning the microsoft case into the
> Federal Register.  Wining about the "microsoft tax" on this LUG list (or
> any other LUG list) is truly a waste of time.  I think we're all well
> aware of the problems.

Here we're in agreement, however, it is important at least to discuss it
online for those that may not be so informed or knowledgeable to give
them at least both sides of an argument so that they can make an
informed decision, whether that be sending or NOT sending a letter.  But
I believe in making sure people have both sides of the issue and let
them decide.

> 
> What I was hoping to do was convince some of the folks on the list to
> *DO* something useful about these problems.  Go write a letter outlining
> how the microsoft monopoly has hurt your business and what should be
> done to end the the abusive behavior.  Your letters are important.

Again, you have my utmost support and reinforcement about Linux users to
DO something.

> 
> So did you write one?

I plan on it.  You did a great job

> 
> Ed
> 
> ps - If you want, I'll be more than happy to re-post plenty
>      of background reading (URLs) and the address for your
>      letter or fax.

This I would wholeheartily look for. Knowledge is good and the more the
better.

Kevin