> While I wouldn't really wish BOSS Linux on anyone and I am not a fan of > the entire initiative, I would hope that advertising on these mediums > increases awareness of Linux and FOSS in general and it is very much > welcome IMO to engage in commercial activities if it serves that > purpose. As this is a government sponsored initiative, my concern is > for my tax money to be used in a effective way to improve the life of > the people in this country and if by deploying FOSS we can accelerate > the process, then it is money well spend.
I have seen the BOSS Linux ad on other regional channels too, but the problem is they advertise it as Linux and not BOSS or atleast "BOSS Linux" , it reads as "so and so program is sponsored by Linux, Rexona, Clinic Plus .... etc etc " not good. Cheers Satish -- http://satisheerpini.net _______________________________________________ ILUGC Mailing List: http://www.ae.iitm.ac.in/mailman/listinfo/ilugc