Posts tagged #cambridge
Addendum to my last post
Mr. Tevanian, the lead architect of Mac OS X, reflects on whether Microsoft could revamp Windows as Apple did. He expresses skepticism about Microsoft's capability, suggesting that the change was essential for Apple's survival. This insight highlights the challenges companies face when considering major overhauls of their operating systems.
A new Windows? Please supplant the old one.
John Gruber discusses potential futures for Windows, highlighting the idea of launching two parallel operating systems: a new, streamlined version and the existing Classic version. He critiques the adoption challenges posed by varying user demographics, arguing that the new version may lack sufficient developer interest and user transition unless Microsoft implements strategies like virtual machine support for legacy applications.
Quoted from http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/18/business/18msft.html?pagewanted=2&_r=2&adxnnlx=1255971617-bhw61c/Z6N0wbGiJO02BqA
Quoted from http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/18/business/18msft.html?pagewanted=2&_r=2&adxnnlx=1255971617-bhw61c/Z6N0wbGiJO02BqA
Quoted from http://www.fakesteve.net/2009/10/i-was-talking-to-larry-about-borg.html
Quoted from http://www.fakesteve.net/2009/10/i-was-talking-to-larry-about-borg.html