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<img src="http://www.oreillynet.com/images/people/andy_oram.jpg"><br><br> Three weeks ago I editorialized about a controversy stirred up by the Boston Globe and sources in Massachusetts about the state government's adoption of the OpenDocument format. I'm happy to say the whole matter has blown over, now that the facts are in.<br><br> The Globe reports today (not on the front page, but where such news is normally reported--in the City & Region section) that a review of IT director Peter J. Quinn is finished and that no wrong-doing was found. The findings match the analysis I presented in my blog, with minor updates. Quinn was told to finish the paperwork for his trips, which his boss Eric Kriss had waived.<br><br> It's nice for the government in Massachusetts to recognize that officials can meet with relevant experts and communities in the course of decision-making.<br><br> Andy Oram is an editor for O'Reilly Media, specializing in Linux and free software books, and a member of Computer Professionals for Social Responsibility. His web site is www.praxagora.com/andyo. <br><br> <a href="http://www.digg.com/linux_unix/Massachusetts_OpenDocument_adoption:_no_conflict_of_interest"><b>Digg</b></a>

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