Allen - Linux can already run 100% of it's own programs and 80% of all commonly used Microsoft compatible programs, including the entire MS Office suite... Give it 10 months, and it'll run practically all MS-compatible programs. That's a damned sight better than what MS can claim. Also, you missed a great big point - If people get disgusted with paying rent on their computer, they'll vote with their wallets and go get something better. Instead of whining about "oh, when will Linux do this/that", perhaps you ought to get off yer duff and help out a little? After all, Linux is about community, not about carping on some corporation to get things done for you. FyreSpirit: Why? It's simple - they want to protect what they made. /P