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1. Comment - IBM Turns to Open Source Development

   (Jun 14, 2005 - 1:41 PM)

   Actually, Nate, my post was not as clear as I intended, but I was referring only to IBM's internal process there.
   
   What I was getting at is that given IBM's bulky methodology (not always a bad thing), a lot of the open source qualities that are beneficial will probably be lost in translation. It is hard to be creative in an architectural framework that is by nature heavy, and within the corporation I am doubtful that they can both maintain their architectures effectively and at the same time benefit from open source to any real degree. One of the main reasons open source approaches work is that they tend to place creativity in high regard.
   
   I'm doubtful that IBM can make this transition without deconstructing its business from the point of view of savvy shareholders.

2. Comment - IBM Turns to Open Source Development

   (Jun 13, 2005 - 6:45 PM)

   I wouldn't say IBM was dying, but it certainly has started to deconstruct itself. A reliance on open source may be technically wise, but from a profitability standpoint it will probably be a hard sell to investors. Then again, I suspect we will find IBM's version of "open source" is somewhat different than the normal definition of same. Imposing layers of architecture to stifle creativity is a more likely outcome than actually leveraging the value of an open source community.

3. Comment - Symantec Recruiting Beta Testers

   (May 28, 2005 - 12:14 PM)

   Couldn't agree more with the negative comments about Symantec. They have a horrible customer service process, and their products have fallen from superior (when the Norton they were named after was around) to basement-quality.
   
   What I find most disturbing is that the industry press has no desire to service the vast consumer market with an expose of the kind of service these companies provide.