Port 25 - Communications from the open source community at Microsoft

September 2006 - Posts

It's Like This...Or Maybe Like That...

by MichaelF on September 08, 2006

I am compiling a list and analysis of all the analogies and metaphors that have been used to characterize open source software development and its social, technical, and business implications. I think it is unlikely this will be the next DaVinci Code­­-style best seller, so I don’t expect to give up my day job...... more

• Friday, September 08, 2006
• in: Community
• MichaelF

Open Source Applications on Windows Vista: Readiness Kit

by MichaelF on September 06, 2006

Recently Mozilla’s Mike Beltzner suggested we provide: "Something like a checklist of the most common OS integration points that have changed from Windows XP would be extremely useful…" Turns out there are some useful resources already available for those interested in developing Open Source applications for Windows Vista or ensuring that their current applications are compatible...... more

• Wednesday, September 06, 2006
• in: Dev Center
• MichaelF

Software in Thailand

by MichaelF on September 05, 2006

On a recent visit to Thailand I had the opportunity to meet a variety of customers, open source community members, government officials and new Microsoft people. A great part of my job is the opportunity to understand the state of the software industry in different countries around the world – both in developed and emerging countries. It’s fascinating to see the patterns of similarities and often... more

• Tuesday, September 05, 2006
• in: Community
• MichaelF

PXE Dust: The magic of CD-less installs...

by MichaelF on September 01, 2006

Have you ever stood in front of a server you are building, feeding it install cds, and thought to yourself “it just doesn’t get any better than this…?” Me Neither.... more

• Friday, September 01, 2006
• in: Server Center
• MichaelF