Microsoft studies Linux
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Microsoft has a new tactic in its war against Linux and open source software (OSS). Michael Surkan, a program manager in Microsoft's networking group, is contacting members of Linux user groups about two surveys (one for home users, the other for work users). Recipients are asked to rate 25 commonly given reasons for using Linux, including "ease of installation," "reliability" and "the satisfaction of not giving Microsoft more money." They are also asked to suggest improvements for both operating systems.