Book: Just Say No to Microsoft

Of course the vast majority of our readers know that Microsoft isn't the only manufacturer of operating systems out there. But we also know that it's often difficult to convince some IT people that Mac OS X and Linux systems are viable options. Author Tony Bove gives us another tool to help people understand that Windows isn't the only option. His just released book Just Say No to Microsoft: How to Ditch Microsoft and Why It's Not as Hard as You Think discusses the origin of Microsoft as a small software company and explains how the "company's practices over the years have discouraged innovation, stunted competition, and helped foster an environment ripe for viruses, bugs, and hackers." Readers will also learn about alternative softwares to Microsoft's applications and ways to integrate Windows with Macs and Linux machines.

I've ordered this book and am eagerly awaiting its arrival. If it lives up to its description, I'll offer a more detailed review at a later date.