FAA Considering Google Apps & Linux

This is a few weeks old, but still a very interesting read:

Information Week: FAA May Ditch Microsoft's Windows Vista and Office For Google and Linux Combo

The basic idea is that the FAA believes it can save money and complexity by moving to a simpler, hosted software-as-a-service platform. The end result would be better client security and easier system management.

Then there's this: ComputerWorld: Why Microsoft Should Fear Apple

As I noted earlier in postings about increasing enterprise use of Mac, I wonder if Windows Vista's complexities and hardware demands will create momentum for alternative platforms, whether they be Linux, Mac, or thin-client.

For those interested in following one organization's migration to Mac, check out Webjdedi.net