If you are a Linux user then Tuesday October 27 is your day. The premium software company CodeWeavers lost a bet and, as a result, are giving away their software on Tuesday for free. From their press release:
On Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008, any one visiting the CodeWeavers’ Web site (www.codeweavers.com) will be given a deal code that will entitle them to one free copy of CodeWeavers’ award-winning CrossOver software. Each copy comes complete with support.
“I realize that by giving away all my software, I’ve caused horrific damage to my company’s bottom line,” White said. “In fact, our vice president of sales wretched Starbucks all over his shirt when he learned the news. But, I figure, the way the economy is going, in a few months everyone might be out on the streets, wearing potato sacks and standing in line for squirrel soup, so why not?”
The CrossOver software (CrossOver Office and CrossOver Games) is a enhanced commercialed version of WINE, which allows Linux users to run many Windows progams. It is based off of WINE, only friendlier, fancier, and optimized for MS Office and Windows Games respectively. This is serious software, and free on Tuesday only (usually between $40-$70), so take advantage.
Curious about the nature of the bet? Well, let’s just say George Bush gets the credit on this one. Read about that here.
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