Google formally declares war on Microsoft


Recommended Posts

Exactly. I laugh at the Google-###### losers that think this will be "the start of something" :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

586633157[/snapback]

Just like Linux was "the start of something"...what...10 years ago? Lotta progress.

Google search is what it is because of word of mouth. It's easy to open up a web browser and type a couple of little words. If Google search didn't exist, people would simply use something else...the internet wouldn't come screeching to a halt. Big difference between learning to type a new www.blah.net address and learning to migrate to a completely new office suite.

People who don't know how to use all the extra stuff in MS Office aren't going to be scared to try something else, especially if it is cheap. Governments, schools and businesses are also very likely to switch if the price is right and they like the licensing deal.

Just like Linux was "the start of something"...what...10 years ago?  Lotta progress.

586633193[/snapback]

You obviously are either exaggerating, or you lack knowledge in this matter.

10 years ago, Linux was still fledgeling, having just been announced as a hobby project in 1991. Red Hat offered their first 1.0 release in 1995.

Fast forward to today, and Linux is gobbling up the server market at nearly 3 times the rate Microsoft is. Not bad for a hobby started by a single person. ;) Have a Linksys router, or know someone who does? Linux. It is around more than you might think it is.

Finally, a history lesson. Nothing is permanent. The Roman Empire fell. The Spanish Armada was defeated. Microsoft will not last forever. Linux might never replace it, but something will.

It's funny...you can just tell who will come galloping to the defense when certain comments are made...

Yes, I know when Redhat released their first distro...I used it. Sucked then, sucks now. As does Fedora. :cry:

Linux is still a hobby project for most normal people. I don't care who *ahem* forces their children and spouse to use it, but yes, great...Linux is "gobbling up" the server market. It's used in embedded environments, like in my linksys router. And that has precisely what to do with a thread about an Office suite? Linux is perfect for the server environment...where the average person doesn't have to look at it and only worries about it when something (rarely) goes wrong.

Fact; on the client side (which is what we're discussing here, FYI) Windows accounts for 85% of the market...if not more.

Edited by Vermiis Mysteriis
It's funny...you can just tell who will come galloping to the defense when certain comments are made...

586633304[/snapback]

Even funnier......this coming from the person who posted those certian comments :p

Linux is still a hobby project for most normal people.

586633304[/snapback]

http://counter.li.org/estimates.php

And that has precisely what to do with a thread about an Office suite??

586633304[/snapback]

well what doesthe following comment> have to do with the thread? i wonder:pp

Just like Linux was "the start of something"...what...10 years ago?? Lotta progress.

586633193[/snapback]

Fact; on the client side (which is what we're discussing here, FYI) Windows accounts fo85%b> of the market...if not more.

586633304[/snapback]

SO???? Use what works for you.

Is this a war. I believe not. Its just competitio:):)

one problem: ms office pwnz all other office programs.

586633167[/snapback]

:laugh: exactly my mind. StarOffice/OO.org has sucked for such a long time, probably they should start making vacuum cleaners :ninja:

GoogleSuck anybody ? :rofl:

MS Office has some competition in Wordperfect Office Suite (or whatever the name)...everything else is crap.

Is this a war. I believe not. Its just competition

I won't do a point-by-point quote breakdown, because I find that tedious and annoying...but...did you happen to read the title of this thread?

Google didn't create Google Earth...they bought Keynote. Google didn't create Picasa, they bought it. Google didn't come up with their own concept or protocal for Google Talk, they use Jabber. Google is rumored to be putting out an Office alternative...that they aren't creating...but they are using Sun's iteration. You've got 3 guesses as to what a 'Google OS' would be comprised of, and the first two won't count. They acquire something, slap their name on it, and *bam*, it's the best thing since sliced bread!

I'm sorry, but I'd rather side with the devil I know than the devil I don't, and I certainly don't trust Google any more than I trust Microsoft.

Why are so many people focusing on who bought what technology? Seems to me that all very large companies (including Microsoft) have purchased quite a bit of what they do.

What matters here is that the Google brand (which carries a lot of name recognition from the 'average Joe') can be applied to products and those products will get more attention than they had pre-Google. And here is the important part; the acquisitions Google is making is positioning themselves to bring more serious competition to the marketplace.

Users on both sides (or no side!) of this issue will benefit from competition. Remember how IE was left to rot, up to the point where Firefox started taking marketshare from Microsoft.

Microsoft competes best when they are challenged.

imo, If Google decides to develope their on Word processing and Excel program from "scratch", then maybe i would be excited about it, but if they are doing is just to provide you with a link, or a button to OpenOffice, then i dont see the big deal. I really doubt that google will actually make their own at this point in the game, but i could be proven wrong and it would be cool if i was, but from the article it just seems that they are going to support, and maybe not even finance the development of OO then im sure MS is not that worried about their so called "war". Nevertheless good luck to google and Sun trying to promote their software, there is nothing wrong with that, as for me i will still focus on MS Office, because i don't see anything better out there yet, as i have tried the competition, except for the stuff that Apple has of course...

Through a toolbar? So will this be downloadable or will have to be run through your browser? Honestly, I don't see myself switching simply because Google is putting their name on it. I like MS Office and feel better off with it. I don't think this will do much damage to MS at all.

This reminds me of the attack on Pearl Harbor :huh:

Google is going to wake up the sleeping giant :p

Oh well, for me, Google is for searching, Microsoft is for operating system and office. Although, it's sad that Microsoft is targetted for running a monopoly when Google seems to be trying to take over the world...

This topic is now closed to further replies.
  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.
  • Posts

    • Zoom Workplace 7.1.0.41345 by Razvan Serea Zoom Workplace for Windows is a reliable video conferencing tool that makes it easy to connect and collaborate. With features like messaging, file sharing, and app integrations, it’s designed to streamline teamwork. You’ll get high-quality audio and video, strong security with end-to-end encryption, and an intuitive interface—all of which help remote teams and businesses stay productive and connected. Zoom Workplace key features: High-Definition Video & Audio: Provides clear, reliable communication for virtual meetings. End-to-End Encryption: Ensures secure communication with strong data protection. Multi-Factor Authentication: Adds an extra layer of security for user accounts. Integration with Productivity Apps: Supports seamless integration with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and more. File Sharing: Easily share files during meetings for efficient collaboration. Real-Time Messaging: Enables team chat for ongoing communication. Collaborative Whiteboarding: Allows teams to brainstorm and collaborate visually. Webinar Support: Host large webinars with interactive features. Administrative Controls: Manage user permissions, meeting settings, and security features. Cloud Storage: Automatically stores meetings and files in the cloud for easy access. Cross-Platform Support: Available on Windows, macOS, and mobile devices. Meeting features: Virtual Backgrounds: Customize your background for meetings to maintain privacy or enhance professionalism. Touch Up My Appearance: Automatically smoothens skin tone for a more polished video appearance. Breakout Rooms: Divide meetings into smaller sessions for group discussions or workshops. Live Transcription: Automatically generate real-time captions during meetings for accessibility. Zoom Apps: Integrate third-party applications directly into Zoom for enhanced functionality. Meeting Reactions: Participants can use emojis for quick, non-verbal feedback during meetings. Polling: Conduct live polls during meetings to gather instant feedback from participants. Attention Tracking: Monitors participant attention during meetings to ensure engagement. Closed Captioning: Enable manual or automatic captions for a more inclusive experience. Webinar Replay: Record and share webinars with analytics for audience engagement. Download: Zoom 64-bit | 145.0 MB (Free, paid upgrade available) Links: Zoom Website | Zoom ARM64 | Zoom Installers | Release Notes Get alerted to all of our Software updates on Twitter at @NeowinSoftware
    • UK funds £60M AI labs to challenge US tech dominance with open-source models by Paul Hill The UK government has awarded £60 million to Oxford University and University College London to help keep the country in the AI race by focusing on open-source, low-hardware alternatives. This is in stark contrast to the expensive, closed-source, and high-hardware-requirement models being created in the United States and elsewhere. The money will be shared among two new academic research labs over six years to help them redesign the fundamental mathematics and architectures of AI to help the UK reduce its reliance on a handful of US tech firms. Commenting on the development, AI Minister Kanishka Narayan said: Initially, the government planned to fund just one lab with a £40 million investment, but with this update, two labs will now get access to a larger pool of funds. The labs are expected to invest in the top AI researchers at every career stage, with £2 million per lab being set aside for hiring at least ten doctoral students. The government hopes that this will grow the UK’s talent in the field of AI. The labs are also expected to work closely with the leaders in British AI research, such as the Alan Turing Institute and UKRI’s AI research hubs. This will allow the various teams to collaborate and create new solutions faster than they could alone. This development is pretty interesting for a number of reasons, chiefly that it could create a long-term challenge for US tech firms if these labs successfully scale these open-source architectures that bypass the proprietary ecosystems. It could also give British businesses and public sector organizations access to AI features without paying high licensing fees to foreign providers or needing to invest in specialized server infrastructure.
    • If I were them, I'm gonna hold out until the prices of these semiconductor parts normalize. $1,049 for a ~5 year old hardware is DoA, more so for gamers. On a deeper note, if Steam Machine is priced like this, we are soo effed up for the next gen Xbox console and PS6. With great AAA titles releasing at the end of the year, this just creates more demand...and more tears for me. Lol.
    • I suspect one reason its hard to justify subsidising is that it's not a locked down device like a traditional console is. In this climate sadly if it was a "good deal" you'd get people hoarding them for anything but gaming. The Lenovo Legion Go 2 with the Ryzen Z2 Extreme is £1300 here ($1720) for some context on how other SteamOS like devices are now priced. I got the older Z1 Extreme model for £300 with a dock, just shows how insane prices have got recently.
  • Recent Achievements

    • One Month Later
      nates earned a badge
      One Month Later
    • Week One Done
      Almohandis earned a badge
      Week One Done
    • Rookie
      dorf went up a rank
      Rookie
    • First Post
      mike_rumble earned a badge
      First Post
    • Dedicated
      tuben earned a badge
      Dedicated
  • Popular Contributors

    1. 1
      +primortal
      451
    2. 2
      +Edouard
      180
    3. 3
      PsYcHoKiLLa
      92
    4. 4
      Michael Scrip
      87
    5. 5
      neufuse
      68
  • Tell a friend

    Love Neowin? Tell a friend!