Windows XP may come to the One Laptop Per Child project as Microsoft ports its operating system to flash-based devices such as Intel's Classmate PC, ASUS Eee PC and the XO laptop. But Microsoft's big motive is to stay relevant in emerging markets where officials are increasingly mulling over Linux-based devices. There's no reason to bash Microsoft's Unlimited Potential program, which aims to bring technology "to the next 5 billion people." However, it's really difficult not to read between the lines on this XP meets OLPC development. Let's weigh the different factors based on Microsoft's official statement, its comments about porting XP and coverage from Mary Jo Foley, Ina Fried and Techmeme chatter. Exhibit A: From Microsoft's statement: "Microsoft plans...