* Novell to defend open source software with patents * Microsoft pushes out seven critical security fixes * SCO's McBride warns of open source 'wild west' * IBM buys Systemcorp * Today on Layer 8
In the open source world based on sharing and community development, patent-based legal attacks are a potential threat. Novell is responding to the threat by reassuring customers that it will defend its open source products against any such attacks. With 411 patents, it turns out Novell is in the best position to mount such a defense. Novell to defend open source software with patents http://www.nwfusion.com/news/2004/1012novell.html?net
In the open source world based on sharing and community development, patent-based legal attacks are a potential threat. Novell is responding to the threat by reassuring customers that it will defend its open source products against any such attacks. With 411 patents, it turns out Novell is in the best position to mount such a defense.
Novell to defend open source software with patents
https://www.nwfusion.com/news/2004/1012novell.html?net
Microsoft pushes out seven critical security fixes
It’s time for another round of frantic patching, as Microsoft has released 10 software patches for its products, seven of which are considered critical. In total, the patches fix a whopping 21 problems – 21 doors that could be left open for hackers.
https://www.nwfusion.com/news/2004/1012mspatch.html?net
SCO’s McBride warns of open source ‘wild west’
Protect your intellectual property now or risk having your business sacked by open souce-touting bandits, The SCO Group President and CEO Darl McBride warned an audience of tech industry leaders, analysts and investors at the Etre conference in Cannes on Tuesday.
https://www.nwfusion.com/news/2004/1012etresco.html?net
IBM buys Systemcorp
IBM Tuesday announced plans to acquire software vendor Systemcorp for an undisclosed amount. Systemcorp makes project portfolio management software aimed at helping companies better manage their IT projects.
https://www.nwfusion.com/news/2004/1012ibmsys.html?net
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