Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
in infinite wisdom Samal B spoke thus On 02/04/2008 02:55 PM: Hi, Shall we opt for linux as it is freely down loadable as there is a feeling among people that anything that is free is not genuine (not as good as something that commands a high price)? Troll bait? -- raj shekhar facts: http://rajshekhar.net | opinions: http://rajshekhar.net/blog Yoda of Borg are we: Futile is resistance. Assimilate you, we will 'Borg? Sounds Swedish.' - Lily, Star Trek First Contact ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
On 07-Feb-08, at 7:58 AM, Raj Shekhar wrote: Shall we opt for linux as it is freely down loadable as there is a feeling among people that anything that is free is not genuine (not as good as something that commands a high price)? Troll bait? no - it was a genuine question - as you will see when you scroll down the rest of the thread -- regards Kenneth Gonsalves Associate, NRC-FOSS [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://nrcfosshelpline.in/web/ Foss conference for the common man: http://registration.fossconf.in/web/ ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
Shall we opt for linux as it is freely down loadable as there is a feeling among people that anything that is free is not genuine (not as good as something that commands a high price)? Troll bait? Maybe. In any case, here's a haiku to enclue Samal: Free can be useless. Some perceive Linux as worse but it is better. PJ ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
[ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
Hi, Shall we opt for linux as it is freely down loadable as there is a feeling among people that anything that is free is not genuine (not as good as something that commands a high price)? Regards Samal B ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
On Feb 4, 2008 2:55 PM, Samal B [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, Shall we opt for linux as it is freely down loadable as there is a feeling among people that anything that is free is not genuine (not as good as something that commands a high price)? Buy RHEL or SLED. ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
SLED = SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop http://www.novell.com/products/desktop/ I hope that's what you wanted? yes thanks very much. when i googled i got that meaning only so i had to ask on list. sorry if i bothered you. ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
Sudev Barar [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 04/02/2008, Samal B wrote: Shall we opt for linux as it is freely down loadable as there is a feeling among people that anything that is free is not genuine (not as good as something that commands a high price)? Who is we here? If you do not want this free send in a cheque of Rs100..0 (add as many zeros you want) to ILUG-D Or take me as consultant I will charge a big fat fee and become benefactor for Freed.In ;-) Hi , Why are you interested in we version of my mail?? . It is not the question of writing cheques but it is to decide which OS to go for ? if things are free are they reliable ?? Thanks Samal ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
On 2/4/08, Mehul Ved [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Feb 4, 2008 2:55 PM, Samal B [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, Shall we opt for linux as it is freely down loadable as there is a feeling among people that anything that is free is not genuine (not as good as something that commands a high price)? Buy RHEL or SLED. are you asking him to buy a sled. a vehicle mounted on runners and pulled by horses or dogs; for transportation over snow if not can you tell me what you meant. ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
On Feb 4, 2008 3:29 PM, Sriram J [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: are you asking him to buy a sled. a vehicle mounted on runners and pulled by horses or dogs; for transportation over snow if not can you tell me what you meant. SLED = SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop http://www.novell.com/products/desktop/ I hope that's what you wanted? ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
The air you breathe is reliable? It is still free. reliable compared to what? The air today stinks. You ever read environmental reports. :-) ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
On Mon, 2008-02-04 at 10:23 +, Samal B wrote: Sudev Barar [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 04/02/2008, Samal B wrote: Shall we opt for linux as it is freely down loadable as there is a feeling among people that anything that is free is not genuine (not as good as something that commands a high price)? Who is we here? If you do not want this free send in a cheque of Rs100..0 (add as many zeros you want) to ILUG-D Or take me as consultant I will charge a big fat fee and become benefactor for Freed.In ;-) Hi , Why are you interested in we version of my mail?? . It is not the question of writing cheques but it is to decide which OS to go for ? if things are free are they reliable ?? Thanks Samal Usually free things would not be as reliable as, say their paid counterparts, but in this case, yes, it would be as reliable, if not more. However you would do well to study in advance what exactly you need to support before deciding on a particular distro. Each distro has its particular strength and the community would be glad to help you. Be also aware that in India it is difficult to find well advertised qualified linux talent for your queries. If you would be kind as to mention what sort of applications you plan using, I am sure the veteran members here would be eager to give their input. Cheers and peace. Jeba Singh Emmanuel ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
Hi, --- On Feb 4, 2008 3:53 PM, Samal B [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: | if things are free | are they reliable ?? \-- The air you breathe is reliable? It is still free. To answer your question, yes, FOSS is reliable. SK -- Shakthi Kannan http://www.shakthimaan.com ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
The air you breathe is reliable? It is still free. reliable compared to what? The air today stinks. You ever read environmental reports. :-) you can rely on it to be polluted. you can also rely on the air to give you the lungs of a 80 year old smoker in no time. ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
hi i did googled for FOSS but i got a lot of link on foss so , i felt its better to have a clarity on it. thanks samal Shakthi Kannan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, --- On Feb 4, 2008 4:34 PM, Sriram J wrote: | you can rely on it to be polluted. | you can also rely on the air to give you the lungs of a 80 year old smoker | in no time. \-- It would depend on which part of the world you are in. And, its not that you are going to stop breathing just because it is polluted. Anyways, the context of free was used with emphasis on freedom. --- On Feb 4, 2008 4:41 PM, bibhudendu samal wrote: | what is FOSS ?? and can you send some links \-- Please use a search engine before you ask questions. For a start, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FOSS SK -- Shakthi Kannan http://www.shakthimaan.com ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/ - Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
what is FOSS ?? and can you send some links Thanks Samal Shakthi Kannan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, --- On Feb 4, 2008 3:53 PM, Samal B wrote: | if things are free | are they reliable ?? \-- The air you breathe is reliable? It is still free. To answer your question, yes, FOSS is reliable. SK -- Shakthi Kannan http://www.shakthimaan.com ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/ - Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage. ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
Hi, --- On Feb 4, 2008 4:34 PM, Sriram J [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: | you can rely on it to be polluted. | you can also rely on the air to give you the lungs of a 80 year old smoker | in no time. \-- It would depend on which part of the world you are in. And, its not that you are going to stop breathing just because it is polluted. Anyways, the context of free was used with emphasis on freedom. --- On Feb 4, 2008 4:41 PM, bibhudendu samal [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: | what is FOSS ?? and can you send some links \-- Please use a search engine before you ask questions. For a start, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FOSS SK -- Shakthi Kannan http://www.shakthimaan.com ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
On Mon, 4 Feb 2008 15:14:37 +0530, Mehul Ved [EMAIL PROTECTED] said: On Feb 4, 2008 2:55 PM, Samal B [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, Shall we opt for linux as it is freely down loadable as there is a feeling among people that anything that is free is not genuine (not as good as something that commands a high price)? Buy RHEL or SLED. Or, as a special favour, I'll be willing to accept money orders, cash, or checks for any Linux distribution. Feel free to send in any amount, starting at Rs 1, up to whatever value you feel you want to derive from Linux. I can let you feel like you are using a OS worth a crore, if you want. manoj -- As of next Thursday, UNIX will be flushed in favor of TOPS-10. Please update your programs. Manoj Srivastava [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.golden-gryphon.com/ 1024D/BF24424C print 4966 F272 D093 B493 410B 924B 21BA DABB BF24 424C ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
On Mon, 4 Feb 2008 10:23:59 + (UTC), Samal B [EMAIL PROTECTED] said: Why are you interested in we version of my mail?? . It is not the question of writing cheques but it is to decide which OS to go for ? if things are free are they reliable ?? Are you willing to accept an opinion from someone you do not know? I mean, if we all say Linux is reliable, how much can you rely on this statement? Secondly, the answer to the reliability of Linux/Apache would depend on your definition of reliability -- the term is sufficiently vague to render answers mostly meaningless. Lastly, the term FOSS covers so much ground that an answer is not feasible, even if there is a concrete definition of reliability. What are you looking to do? A Linux server, standing alone, and doing little, can stay up for years. Apache servers have stood up to the worst the 'net has had to throw at them. I strongly suggest you look at Eric Raymond's essay on how to ask questions intelligently; the answer you get would be far more useful. manoj -- Someday somebody has got to decide whether the typewriter is the machine, or the person who operates it. Manoj Srivastava [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.golden-gryphon.com/ 1024D/BF24424C print 4966 F272 D093 B493 410B 924B 21BA DABB BF24 424C ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
Lets put the humor aside for a minute shall we? :) --- Samal B [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Shall we opt for linux as it is freely down loadable as there is a feeling among people that anything that is free is not genuine (not as good as something that commands a high price)? It depends on how you define reliable. A solid piece of software with defects that are the same, if not less than something you would pay for? Then yes, Linux is as reliable as Windows. If you're looking for customer support like Microsoft provides, you'd be happy with Linux too, since companies like Red Hat, SuSE and others provide such support services - for a price. That said, the world's most popular web server (Apache) was written, and is mostly deployed on Linux (or similar OSes). And yes, most people who run it use the free version because there IS no paid version to speak of. - Viksit -- Viksit Gaur viksit at aya dot yale dot edu http://viksit.com Just because you have a mind like a hammer doesn't mean you should treat everyone else like a nail - Terry Pratchett Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
Re: [ilugd] free vs paid operating systems
On 05-Feb-08, at 3:40 AM, Viksit Gaur wrote: It depends on how you define reliable. A solid piece of software with defects that are the same, if not less than something you would pay for? Then yes, Linux is as reliable as Windows I personally think it is much more reliable than windows -- regards Kenneth Gonsalves Associate, NRC-FOSS [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://nrcfosshelpline.in/web/ Foss conference for the common man: http://registration.fossconf.in/web/ ___ ilugd mailinglist -- ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org http://frodo.hserus.net/mailman/listinfo/ilugd Next Event: http://freed.in - February 22-24, 2008 Archives at: http://news.gmane.org/gmane.user-groups.linux.delhi http://www.mail-archive.com/ilugd@lists.linux-delhi.org/
