1. Microsoft/Novell Pact (2006) – is it ethical? Rough Draft

2. The pact Cross License agreement
Microsoft asserts that Linux users infringe upon its IP. Grants pardon to users that license Linux based software from Novell
Stake holders
Microsoft
Novell
GNUFUD
FLOSS users & developers

3. Controversy FUD Claims Linux & other FLOSS violates Microsoft patents
This claim is unsubstantiated
“If a customer says, 'Look, do we have liability for the use of your patented work?' Essentially, If you're using non-SUSE Linux, then I'd say the answer is yes” -- Steve Balmer
Violates the spirit of the GNU GPL license
Clause 7 of GPL V2
Cannot grant specific patent pardons for some but not all users

4. Adding Insult to injury
Microsoft says it will not file suits against hobby developers that do not publish infringing code
Novell enters controversial pact shortly after adapting Linux based solutions
FLOSS users view this action as a way to steer the community
Deal was made in perfect secrecy

5. Aftermath New version of GPL v3
Novell is alienated from the community on which they rely