Microsoft is no longer the sworn enemy of open-source, and the company has made sure to use every opportunity it gets to remind people that it loves Linux .
One indication of its increased focus on open-source components is that Windows Core OS is expected to rely even more on such components, as revealed on LinkedIn.
A Microsoft security program manager provides a closer look at how open-source components are becoming increasingly prominent in Windows Core OS.
“This is a confidential program, requiring Machine Learning/Data Science and Program Management knowledge to ensure the security of Windows Core OS from malicious hackers and codes.
"Improves the security of Windows Open Source Components through vulnerability investigation initiatives. Improves the management, communication, and collaboration skillset across the WDG IS organization," he states in his profile.
Windows follows the path of open source
There aren't many details yet, but Microsoft is very committed to the world of open source. With Satya Nadella at the helm of the company, the software giant is increasingly investing in open-source assets, and the acquisition of GitHub is living proof that Microsoft is very keen to succeed in this direction.
Additionally, users can now run Linux on Windows 10, with the Windows Subsystem for Linux, technically bringing the two platforms closer together.
Many dream of the day when Microsoft will make its entire operating system open source. But don't rush it. Windows 10 remains a staple of the software giant for a long time to come. However, more and more parts of the OS are moving towards open-source components, including the native browser, as Microsoft Edge will be upgraded to use Chromium later this year.
