I think the casual Linux user doesn't appreciate the sheer amount of engineering and forethought that went into the Windows NT parts of Windows. Say what you wa

I think the casual Linux user doesn't appreciate the sheer amount of engineering and forethought that went into the Windows NT parts of Windows. Say what you want about Win32 and its legacy, but NT was well thought-out by people who had significant experience (Dave Cutler and his team). Microsoft wouldn't ever walk away from that investment.