Calling Captain Obvious: “Microsoft Monopoly May Pose a Security Risk.”

“Whatever Microsoft’s strengths or failings as a developer of reliable software, the mere existence of an operating-system monopoly is a critical security risk, argues a new report released Wednesday at a Computer & Communications Industry Association gathering in Washington, D.C.” Link This article focuses on the risk to national security from the use of Microsoft software and operating systems. Best quote: “Ironically, Microsoft’s efforts to deny interoperability of Windows with legitimate non-Microsoft applications have created an environment in which Microsoft’s program interoperate efficiently only with Internet viruses.” Update: “The chief technology officer for a technology firm that works closely with Microsoft Corp. lost his job after he helped write a study critical of the insecurity of Microsoft software. Daniel E. Geer Jr., an expert with nearly three decades studying technology and computer security, learned Thursday he was no longer employed by AtStake Inc. of Cambridge, Mass. ” Link