Started what? That Ubunut doesn't qualify as Linux? linux is made for those who are stuck in the past and need a way to place them above people that use Windows or OSX to code - ubuntu just makes that process the same as Windows but with a different UI.
Whhhaaaaaaatttttt???????
Get. Out. Of. This. Thread. Now.
I rarely say this, but that is STUPID logic.
Windows Seven even got it's little taskbar moving thing from the linux-originated display managers, they all can do it.
In addition, there is no way to prove your statement, considering windows is a blob of propietary shit, they don't release source, so for all you know it could be the equivalent of a two year old writing a 500 page book. Don't even talk.
In addition, the military uses it because it can do more than windows could ever dream of, kernel wise.