Interesting

[Void Main]

I believe this could be significant for Linux (in a positive way) even though it doesn't sound all that significant on the surface:

http://linuxtoday.com/it_management/2004010702626NWDTDP

[Calum]

i hope so.

last yearwhen i was working in the IBM business consulting building they were ALL (no exceptions) using windows 2000, even for servers.

[Void Main]

Yes, and if IBM can make their Linux desktop easy enough for even an executive then anyone could use it without trouble. Again, this is the kick in the pants that is needed. Of course I'm happy either way because I already think this stuff is easy and superior. Doesn't really bother me that much that not everyone uses Linux. The only benefit I would get out of it is it would also boost the number of people generating open software, which is a good thing.

[Linux Frank]

This is a move long overdue. Just think how much money IBM can save from this move. Star office got a boost when Sun started using it in-house, I belive they stated that cost of development was cheaper than buying the office products from out of house.

Now all they have to do is offer top of the line home computers that have the same functionality, and I'll be happy bunny for a while.

[Membrax]

http://www.theinquirer.net/?article=13485

I can hardly wait.