Is it time to throw tomatoes?

[Christopher Wagner]

Well, my initial response is to start throwing..  But, upon further
reflection, I think if he's still supporting embedded Linux and the Linux
desktop for what it's intended for I think that's fine.  My biggest problem
with Microsoft and the computer operating system industry, is the lack of
choices.  He is, at least, providing options for people, I suppose.

Looking at the link provided, he's offering news and reviews and whatnot on
the products, that's not too bad.  I think we'll survive. :)

Also looking at the user comments on the review, someone said "don't care
where they decide to embed Windows ... just as long as it's not my life
support machine :)". I agree whole-heartedly, isn't there something in the
hippocratic oath about doing more harm than good to a patient? :)

- Christopher Wagner
chrisw at pacaids.com

Packaging Aids Corporation - Information Systems
P.O. Box 9144
San Rafael, CA 94912-9144
http://www.pacaids.com/
(415) 454-4868 x116


-----Original Message-----
From: Murry Shohat [mailto:murry at sonic.net]
Sent: Tuesday, October 15, 2002 10:24 AM
To: talk at nblug.org
Subject: Is it time to throw tomatoes?


Dear NBLUGers --

some of you may remember when Rick Lehrbaum and I did an Embedded Linux
briefing this summer. So, I thought you'd be interested in this news:
http://zdnet.com.com/2100-1104-961770.html.

Rick is now in the embedded Windows business, in addition to Linux
embedded and Linux desktop.

Should we throw over-ripe tomatoes at Rick? Or pat him on the back for
being a wise businessman (revenue from this site will help his whole
operation, which has been revenue-shy in the current economy).

Opinions eagerly sought!

My best,
Murry

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e-mail:  murry at embedded-linux.org
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