Famelix and the dangers of combating Windows

Posted by Scott_Ruecker on May 21, 2008 7:41 PM EDT
Linux.com; By Bruce Byfield
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One of the perennial debates about the GNU/Linux desktop is how much it should resemble Windows. Usually, the debate is framed in terms of whether the desktop should look familiar to new users, or be developed in whatever way seems most logical. However, if the experience of the Famelix distribution in Brazil is any indication, imitating Windows and outperforming it can also leave you open to other threats, including accusations of piracy and changes of policy by Windows-centric management.

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Yes, but... golem 0 785 May 22, 2008 4:27 AM

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