Re:Just one of many reasons why MSFT likes GPL 3.0 (Score 1)

Actually any change like this, even in the proprietary world, is an opportunity to spread FUD. IT, and buyers in general don't like change and were we talking about a product such a change would come with a cost in customers. But, the cost for this does appear high, recall that even IBM who is arguably the largest funding source for Linux has spoken out against this version of the GPL.

The way to counter FUD is with truth, but another is to cover the problems up. And a common ploy for people in business or politics is to try to do exactly that often, in these discussions, we have both unwarranted attacks and cover-ups. For instance how often do we discuss IBM's position http://www.crn.com/software/198701024 on the GPL 3.0 draft and the special dispensation they got?

But my point is that anything that weakens OSS works to Microsoft's benefit, this discussion topic alone would seem to support the conclusion that Microsoft should like this. That's the point.