Quote by Linus Torvalds

Microsoft isn't evil, they just make really crappy operating systems.

Microsoft isn't evil, they just make really crappy operating

Summary

This quote suggests that although Microsoft may not be seen as evil, their operating systems are perceived negatively. It implies that the company itself may not have malicious intentions but rather creates poorly functioning or unsatisfactory operating systems. The quote reflects a subjective opinion about Microsoft's software rather than their ethical practices or intentions as a company.

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By Linus Torvalds

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