Torvalds On Where Linux Is Headed In 2008

The creator of Linux is excited about solid-state drives, expects progress in graphics and wireless networking, and says the operating system is strong in virtualization despite his personal lack of interest in the area.

InformationWeek: Is Linux kernel development proceeding faster than Windows Server development?

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InformationWeek: Where will the Linux kernel gain added strengths in 2008?

InformationWeek: Do you think there is any way Microsoft (NSDQ: MSFT), patent holders, or lawyers can take direct aim at the kernel development process and impede it?