On Oct 9, 2008, at 1:42 PM, Smith, Craig A wrote: > Eric, a self-admitted bsd loyalist, wrote: > >> Then leave. It's been fairly obvious that the majority of those who >> voted don't want change. If you don't like the group, as has been >> mentioned, you're welcome to start your own. > > Ignoring the fact that no formal vote has been called, I'm reminded of > flag-wavers saying "If you don't love America then leave." > > Dissent is patriotic. Is it unreasonable for the name to acknowledge > history and the contributions of many dedicated individuals? > > I'm shocked that anyone associated with a group devoted to the free > and > open exchange of software and ideas should be told to go away. > Perhaps > you, Eric, should start your own group of intolerant bsd users? Of > course you'd still be welcome here, with us "peasants" as you like to > refer to us ;-) I would hardly call myself intolerant. I prefer the more PC (no pun intended) 'unwilling to coexist with those of dissimilar taste.' :P Honestly, I use Linux on a desktop or two, and administer a few Linux desktops at the office. I prefer BSD, but am convinced Linux has a place, and is more than usable. Again, since some will read into this, I'm not saying BSD is better than Linux, even if it is. :D I was simply commenting, with my 'then leave' comment, on some members' seemingly sudden dissatisfaction with the name of the group. It seemed to coincide with a certain email from a certain prominent person in the community. Also, it seems that a large part of the group doesn't want change. Last, I was simply suggesting that those members who want change, might find less resistance if they were to start their own group. Meow. --- Eric Crist