On Sat, 28 Aug 1999, Moonshi Mohsenruddin wrote:
> "The government has one unique concern about Linux: It has never been
> certified as Unix-compliant. Because some contracts -- especially
> those with DOD -- require Unix certification, Linux may be shut out of
...
The following is my opinion, not my employer's.
As an authorized US Government procurement official who has handled IS
purchases, I believe the article was a bit inaccurate. The requirement is
for POSIX (and Y2K) compliance. Obviously, a number of US Government
agencies are using Linux, but POSIX compliance could be a sticking point
for highly visible procurements. The kernel README states Linux "aims
towards POSIX compliance." If Linux is fully POSIX compliant, this
statement should be updated. If it is not, the deficiencies should be
addressed. I may raise this issue at the upcoming SGI Linux University on
Sept 9 here in DC.
Geof Goodrum
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