[JesseObrien]

I don't disagree that they're a major contributor to Linux itself, however RHEL usage is plummeting over the last 5 years as stated in the article. Being a contributor and owning RHEL is really no advantage at this point.

[altmind]

Redhat profits were growing for 4 years steadily 15-20% for each of last four years. I dont see the confirmation of redhat usage declining, more like very perspective and growing company.

https://www.macrotrends.net/stocks/charts/RHT//revenue

https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/RHT/financials?p=RHT

[nickpsecurity]

Are you saying that from your perspective or what you think IBM's is? It's the latter that determines their actions. I'm guessing at it for sure. I just don't think you see it their way given difference in your statement and what they paid.