>I have heard the comment "It's a huge conflict of interest" for one company >to provide both an operating platform and a security platform" made by John >Thompson (CEO Symantec) many times from many different people. See article >below. "There goes our business model.", said John Thompson. The Microsoft mono culture has distinct advantages and has made quite a few people rich. But in the end, if Micrsoft does not buy your business but feels it needs to provide a product like your, you're toast. (At least, that part of your business is) Casper
