I think that's not really what microsoft is after.

But if so, would the other board members care either way about Ubuntu/Linux?

And even if they do they could give in on this to get something else.

> But if so, would the other board members care either way about Ubuntu/Linux?

Of course they would care if it brings profit.

Exactly! For $2bn out of $24bn they can talk but not much more.

It's a loan, not shares, either. Does your mortgage lender get to tell you which career path to take?

Talking is worth something if the other $22bn is listening.