Linux myths that never die, Jan 04, 2003

Rather than writing an exhaustive feature comparison, I'm going to look at a few common (and incredibly persistent) myths about Linux, comparing the myth with my own experience. I emphasize that this is not a technical analysis of Windows/Linux pros and cons - it's a purely subjective study based on my personal experiences with hardware and software I use every day.

Lindows.com Chief Executive Michael Robertson, who stands opposed to the hegemony of Microsoft Corp.'s Windows, yesterday revealed himself as the donor of $200,000 that will be paid to whoever can make the Linux operating system run on an unmodified Microsoft Xbox gaming console

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