Microsoft no longer lists Linux as a major Windows competitor

Sina Science and technology news Beijing time August 12, the U.S. Science and Technology blog Business Insider said that Microsoft no longer believes that Linux for its desktop computer Windows business poses a threat. Directions on Microsoft Analyst Wise Miller, a market research firm, said via Twitter that Microsoft had revised its description of competitive content in the industry in its latest two annual financial drafts submitted to the Securities and Exchange Commission.　　Microsoft only sees Apple and Google's operating system as a competitor to Windows, and deletes the description of Linux. But in the "Server and Tools" section of the file, Linux is mentioned: "Almost all computer manufacturers provide server hardware for Linux operating systems, and there are also a few computer manufacturers helping them develop." Linux's competitiveness benefits from the large number of compatible applications offered by many commercial and non-commercial software developers. Some companies, such as the open source business software provider Red Hat (RHT), also offer Linux versions. In addition, the file also mentions Linux in the "Embedded Software" section: "Embedded operating system business has been divided into many competitive products." Microsoft's main competitor is IBM, Intel, and the Metrowerks and MontaVista Software, which developed an embedded version for Linux. (Puma)