Microsoft embraces GPL, opens Hyper-V to Linux with LinuxIC

Posted by Scott_Ruecker on Jul 20, 2009 1:39 PM EDT
The Open Road; By Matt Asay
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Old dogs may struggle with new tricks, but they seem to be able to figure out new licenses. In a shocking move, Microsoft announced Monday the release of Hyper-V Linux Integration Components (LinuxIC). The news reflects Microsoft's continued interest in lobotomizing its virtualization competition through low prices, but also the recognition that it must open up if it wants to fend off insurgent virtualization strategies from Red Hat, Novell, and others in the open-source camp.

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