I'm stunned:

Network computer maker Sun Microsystems Inc. (news/quote) (SUNW.O) said this week it planned to offer a new line of lower-cost computer servers based on the upstart Linux operating system rather than its own software.

But I'm sure it's a good thing for Sun. The problem is that Solaris seems to get farther and farther away from being "standard" the more popular Linux gets. GiantMediaCo has gone in heavily for HP machines, which are as far from standard as one can get, and they are replacing them with Compaq Proliants runnin Linux. God knows those machines are easier to compile shit on that HP or Sun, and I know many of the tricks of the trade for Solaris.

Well, anyway, good for them. I wish I'd bought their stock last fall when I thought it might be a good idea.