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Beware of so-called Linux proponents

http://thebeezspeaks.blogspot.com

Every now and then you stumble across a blog that is run by a so-called Linux enthusiast. Some of them claim to have been using both Linux and Windows for years, so they have balanced and objective view on the advantages and disadvantages of both systems. But when you start to look a little closer, you will see that they spread the SOFUD. Some have a real gift for writing and are so credible that you see no need to investigate their claims.


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Created by admin 2 years 45 weeks ago – Made popular 2 years 45 weeks ago
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Microsoft's Masterpiece of FUD

http://www.linuxjournal.com

I've been tracking the evolution of Microsoft FUD for nearly 10 years now, and wrote a short history of the subject a few months back. But even I was impressed when I came across Microsoft's latest effort in this department: it's truly a masterpiece of its kind.

Whereas previous FUDs have revolved around details like the relative speed, price and legality of free software compared with Microsoft's own code, its most recent offering takes a different tack, and purports to look at the bigger picture.


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Created by Anonymous 3 years 1 week ago – Made popular 3 years 1 week ago
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