[Am-info] Novell to acquireSUSE. :(

[Fred Miller]

On Wednesday 05 November 2003 5:31 am, Jeff Wasel wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> Regardless of Fred's frown, I see this as a positive step. It further
> validates Linux; of note is the second part of the piece, that IBM is
> investing $50 million in Novell. I did a lot of work out in Provo, and I'm
> happy for Novell. They are one of the last innovators left that M$ has not
> stolen from enough to bankrupt. The Novell folks are ethical, bright, and
> have spun off numerous firms in the Salt Lake Area and much like M$,
> created a lot of wealth. Too bad Eric went to Google, but I think he lost
> his ability to innovate a while ago; more so he's resting on his laurels in
> my opinion. He seems to move to companies right as they're ready to go
> public and then cashes out; can't say I don't envy his timing, but not his
> ethics.
>
> Anyway, I say "huzzah" for Novell, and it may give them the edge to truly
> get back in the game.

The problem, Jeff, is that Novell has a VERY BAD marketing history, which is 
rife with VERY bad decisions. Further, they are known for NOT listening to 
wise council. Based on past history, I can't be excited for SUSE's future.

Fred

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