[ILUG] email sent to politicians about Mary Hannafin'sdecisionnotto use open source

[Paul Jakma]

On Mon, 3 May 2004, Gavin McCullagh wrote:

> I wasn't suggesting it was a bid thing!  Quite the opposite.

Oh, indeed, I was agreeing with you, just couldnt resist adding a
sarcastic jab at the "RedHat are evil" kiddies.
 
> I'm simply pointing out that linux isn't necessarily free.  Nor did
> I say it should be, just that it isn't.

Well, one way or the other, the people who work on Linux and other
Free Software have to earn a crust. Without money flowing by some
means (sponsorship, by indirect employment or direct) Free Software
would not be possible. The support model appears the most credible,
as you can build 'brand recognition', which can not be directly
undercut, as sale of media can be. (eg see cheapbytes).
 
> Gavin

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