<<I wouldn't mind it if everyone disagreed with what I'm saying. But it seems as if no one even understands what I'm saying. No one would be taking home any profit in the system I'm talking about. The core developers (the ones who currently control Debian) would be a kind of board of directors. Developers would work for Debian instead of doing it in their free time. Bottom line: Debian *will* remain developer controlled.>>
I *do* understand what you're saying, but I disagree. "If it ain't broke, don't fix it...." What, in your view, is "broke" about the Debian development model? I like the proposal of a Debian User's Association (Mark Phillips' proposal). But to really "go after the market", it takes a for-profit business. Let them eat the reward of their efforts. It won't hurt Debian to have one or several such businesses trying to take Debian out to the world. And I really don't think that such a business will ever get "control" of Debian -- at worst it'll contribute some packages to the distribution. I know that I'm overlooking the desire for the Debian developers to make a living at it -- that seems to be one of the goals being expressed (but see last sentence of prev. para.). The main goal that I am focusing on is getting Debian out into the market and into the realm of "acceptability". I think the development model is working just fine. It's the marketing/distribution/profession&corporate support that needs a boost. So that's what I think we should focus on. -- What is the best way to get Debian out to the world? ========================== [EMAIL PROTECTED] ==========================
