Eric Raymond: Market slump could be great for Linux

Eric Raymond, self-proclaimed open-source evangelist and Linux advocate, is not depressed by the state of technology stocks. In fact, he believes now is an ideal moment for companies that are looking to tighten their belts to start using low-cost open-source software. The programmer, conference speaker and colorful member of the open-source aristocracy says that companies could gain a financial edge by looking at software for which the source is openly available. Full story.--Will Knight, ZDNet UK