On Sat, 2003-10-11 at 05:09, Gareth Williams wrote: > I hope I've illustrated the difference. Sorry for the long post everyone :) > So the question is, does Microsoft claim their software is secure?
Not quite. There is a very significant difference you missed. If I have an Open Source program that is insecure I can secure it myself. If I have a closed source program that is not secure, I am dependent on the manufacture to secure it for me. This is why Microsoft can be taken to court for shipping insecure goods. It's like shipping a sealed door lock that works 99% of the time. Vik :v) -- This PC runs Linux. If you find a virus apparently from me, it has forged the e-mail headers on someone else's machine. Please do not notify me when this occurs. Thanks.
