[NTLUG:Discuss] Linspire/Lindows = Repackaged Xandros with marketing

[Bryan J. Smith]

Steve Baker wrote:  
> Well, I guess they have to spend the $25M they
> got from M$ on *something* !

I doubt it.  I'm sure Robertson pocketed the money.

I mean, what is Lispire anyway?
It's Xandros repackaged with a 1-click, $99/year subscription.

Yes, it's marketing.
And if you look at the share distribution, it's all for Robertson's
post-IPO benefit.

So the Microsoft deal doesn't surprise me.
Robertson put Microsoft's trademark at stake, so Microsoft finally paid
him off.

Everything Robertson does is for his _own_ financial gain.
He has _no_interest_ is sticking with something.


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