<p>Most or all of the companies expected to make serious bids are private equity firms, the Journal said, citing people familiar with the matter. The report said it was unlikely that a tech company would bid for all of Novell, but private equity firms could break up the company. A Novell spokesman did not immediately return a call seeking comment.</p>
<p>Most or all of the companies expected to make serious bids are private equity firms, the Journal said, citing people familiar with the matter. The report said it was unlikely that a tech company would bid for all of Novell, but private equity firms could break up the company. A Novell spokesman did not immediately return a call seeking comment.</p>