Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) is being shaken down again by people in and members of the European Union. Just when the company seemed to have been battered a bruised with a fine from the EU for web browsing antitrust violations, apparently another group in Spain is looking to gets its own piece of the pie.
Hispalinux, an 8,000-member group of Linux users and developers in Spain, wrote the letter urging the Competition Commissioner to investigate Microsoft Corporation for what it calls an “anti-competitive” approach to its Windows operating system – not allowing other OSs to be installed on a Windows-based desktop or laptop. The group, headed by Jose Maria Lancho, say that Microsoft’s use of UEFI Secure Boot technology prevents the de-installation of Windows 8 from computers, making it difficult for users to install the OS of their choice. Microsoft says that UEFI is an industry standard that is designed to protect computer and make them more safe and secure for users.
This is absolutely anti-competitive,” Lancho said in an interview with Reuters. “It’s really bad for the user and for the European software industry.” In counter, Microsoft Corporation spokesman Robin Koch said in a statement, “We are happy to answer any additional questions but we are confident our approach complies with the law and helps keep customers safe.”
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