Alex Castellanos, a CNN Analyst, discusses future President Obama's acceptance speech in relation to the definitive essay "The Cathedral and The Bazaar". He raises the question "Will Obama introduce a bottom-up government for the communication age versus the old top-down government of the industrial age?"
Interesting to me was hearing about the FLOSS (Free/Libre Open Source Software) paradigm shift in a political, government leadership role by someone far outside the software world.
View the video on YouTube
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-4afdMalVA
The Cathedral and The Bazaar essay is available for free viewing at
http://www.catb.org/~esr/writings/cathedral-bazaar/
Friday, November 7, 2008
Friday, October 10, 2008
Version 08.10 of the OpenDisc and OpenEducationDisc Release
The new versions have just been released. I blogged about the OpenDisc and the OpenEducation Disc here. These discs are a great introduction to the world of FLOSS (Free/Libre Open Source Software).
Learn more at theopendisc.com
Learn more at theopendisc.com
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
One Million Laptops for Venezuela School Children
Oil rich Venezuela will buy a million Classmate notebooks for school children, based on Intel's reference design.
According to the BBC, the $3 billion deal is part of a bilateral trade agreement with Portugal. The machines will be built in Portugal and use the Atom cut down microprocessor and will come with broadband connections and digicams.
Full article at http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/7642985.stm
According to the BBC, the $3 billion deal is part of a bilateral trade agreement with Portugal. The machines will be built in Portugal and use the Atom cut down microprocessor and will come with broadband connections and digicams.
Full article at http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/7642985.stm
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Open Life: The Philosophy of Open Source
The recently published 'Open Life: The Philosophy of Open Source' introduces readers to many entertaining and thought-provoking ideas, such as “Are all nerds courageous? Is laziness a virtue? Why did Stephen King leave a horror story unfinished?”. The author answers some and leaves others open for reflection after our journey into the Open Life.
The Philosophy of Open Source is currently a highly discussed and not yet understood concept in the computer and IT worlds. However, the philosophy is impacting many both inside and outside the technological realm. Almost everyone has been exposed to it and has been impacted by it. This book defines terms, clarifies ideas and introduces leaders within the Open Source Movement. A portion of the book is devoted to explaining how Open Source is being applied in non-technical areas.
According to author Henrik Ingo, "There is currently a strong trend of Open Source methods being applied in all kinds of fields, and I wanted to write in a style understandable to everyone, yet interesting enough also to people who already know a lot about Open Source would like to read it too".
In keeping with Free Software and Internet trends, the book is available to read or download online for free or can be purchased in real paper-print format. Donations can be made to the author who shares part of that donation with others. Either way, 'Open Life: The Philosophy of Open Source' is sure to entertain and enlighten.
Here is the link to learn more: http://www.openlife.cc/
The Philosophy of Open Source is currently a highly discussed and not yet understood concept in the computer and IT worlds. However, the philosophy is impacting many both inside and outside the technological realm. Almost everyone has been exposed to it and has been impacted by it. This book defines terms, clarifies ideas and introduces leaders within the Open Source Movement. A portion of the book is devoted to explaining how Open Source is being applied in non-technical areas.
According to author Henrik Ingo, "There is currently a strong trend of Open Source methods being applied in all kinds of fields, and I wanted to write in a style understandable to everyone, yet interesting enough also to people who already know a lot about Open Source would like to read it too".
In keeping with Free Software and Internet trends, the book is available to read or download online for free or can be purchased in real paper-print format. Donations can be made to the author who shares part of that donation with others. Either way, 'Open Life: The Philosophy of Open Source' is sure to entertain and enlighten.
Here is the link to learn more: http://www.openlife.cc/
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Mark Shuttleworth Interview About Ubuntu
Interview with Mark Shuttleworth, who funds the development of Ubuntu, a Linux distribution based on Debian, through his company Canonical Ltd.
Sunday, May 18, 2008
OpenDisc and OpenEducationDisc
Dear to my heart is the OpenDisc (and the closely related OpenEducationDisc) project which aims to introduce Windows-users to the many benefits of Free/Libre Open Source Software (FLOSS). Dozens of high-quality programs are available for easy distribution via a single CD (or simple download from the OpenDisc website). On the disc is a screenshot and description of each program so you get a feel for each program before installing.
Programs are included for office productivity, internet, photo-editing, instant messaging, drawing, multi-media, games, mind-mapping, and more. The programs have been carefully selected for quality, ease of us, stability, and appropriateness for home and small office users. All programs install and uninstall cleanly. The disc is intended as an introduction into the exciting world of FLOSS.
All the programs are distributed under an Open Source License (OSI-approved) and thus can be installed on many computers, not just yours but your friends and your families also. The programs can even be modified with the freely available source code. The disc can be freely copied and handed out.
Last week, the latest version (08.05) of the OpenEducationDisc was released. The OpenEducationDisc is an extension of the the OpenDisc with additional programs deemed especially useful for students and for teachers. This version includes updated versions of all included programs and has added some newer programs from the previous disc.
To learn more, visit the OpenDisc website -- http://theopendisc.com/ --
As mentioned, the disc as well as all the programs can be freely downloaded from the Internet. If you do not have Internet access but would like the OpenEducationDisc (for free), please contact this blogger.
Programs are included for office productivity, internet, photo-editing, instant messaging, drawing, multi-media, games, mind-mapping, and more. The programs have been carefully selected for quality, ease of us, stability, and appropriateness for home and small office users. All programs install and uninstall cleanly. The disc is intended as an introduction into the exciting world of FLOSS.
All the programs are distributed under an Open Source License (OSI-approved) and thus can be installed on many computers, not just yours but your friends and your families also. The programs can even be modified with the freely available source code. The disc can be freely copied and handed out.
Last week, the latest version (08.05) of the OpenEducationDisc was released. The OpenEducationDisc is an extension of the the OpenDisc with additional programs deemed especially useful for students and for teachers. This version includes updated versions of all included programs and has added some newer programs from the previous disc.
To learn more, visit the OpenDisc website -- http://theopendisc.com/ --
As mentioned, the disc as well as all the programs can be freely downloaded from the Internet. If you do not have Internet access but would like the OpenEducationDisc (for free), please contact this blogger.
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Getting To Carnegie Hall
The visitor was lost while wandering around New York City, looking for Carnegie Hall.
He stopped a distinguished looking gentleman and asked, "Sir, could you tell me how to get to Carnegie Hall?"
The distinguished looking gentleman replied, "Practice, Practice, Practice!".
You see, the gentleman he asked was a world famous conductor of a symphony orchestra that played Carnegie Hall often. He knew that nothing comes easy.
Whatever you desire is achievable but you must work to achieve it.
There really is no better time to be alive than right now. Opportunities abound. Get busy!
He stopped a distinguished looking gentleman and asked, "Sir, could you tell me how to get to Carnegie Hall?"
The distinguished looking gentleman replied, "Practice, Practice, Practice!".
You see, the gentleman he asked was a world famous conductor of a symphony orchestra that played Carnegie Hall often. He knew that nothing comes easy.
Whatever you desire is achievable but you must work to achieve it.
There really is no better time to be alive than right now. Opportunities abound. Get busy!
Thursday, April 24, 2008
The New F-word
I am a fundamentalist. Better make that a Fundamentalist with a capital F!
There are certain absolute truths that are basic to my foundation. Without certain foundational (Fundamental) principles which must be adhered to there really is no need for principles at all!
A great concern of mine has been the number of Christian leaders who have been denouncing Fundamentalists as extremists. My heart aches for those who believe such teachings.
The same holds true with open source.
In yesterday's AP article, Nicholas Negroponte's quote "One can be an open-source advocate without being an open-source fundamentalist." really cut to the core. Either you are a person of principle or you are not.
In my faith and in open source, I am proud to be a Fundamentalist!
"a technology that could revolutionize how we educate the world's children" is now joining with proprietary interests which stifle education and the sharing of knowledge. With regrets, I can no longer support OLPC1
There are certain absolute truths that are basic to my foundation. Without certain foundational (Fundamental) principles which must be adhered to there really is no need for principles at all!
A great concern of mine has been the number of Christian leaders who have been denouncing Fundamentalists as extremists. My heart aches for those who believe such teachings.
The same holds true with open source.
In yesterday's AP article, Nicholas Negroponte's quote "One can be an open-source advocate without being an open-source fundamentalist." really cut to the core. Either you are a person of principle or you are not.
In my faith and in open source, I am proud to be a Fundamentalist!
"a technology that could revolutionize how we educate the world's children" is now joining with proprietary interests which stifle education and the sharing of knowledge. With regrets, I can no longer support OLPC1
Friday, April 18, 2008
Ubuntu Desktop Training Available
Canonical Announces Ubuntu Desktop Training
Online Course Designed for Corporate and Home Users
London, UK April 14, 2008 - Canonical Ltd., the commercial sponsor of Ubuntu, today announced training for corporate and home desktop users to get started with Ubuntu.
The Ubuntu Desktop Training program provides simulations, practical exercises and information to make daily tasks easy. No prior knowledge of the Linux-based operating system is required, although computer literacy is a pre-requisite. ...
Read More
Online Course Designed for Corporate and Home Users
London, UK April 14, 2008 - Canonical Ltd., the commercial sponsor of Ubuntu, today announced training for corporate and home desktop users to get started with Ubuntu.
The Ubuntu Desktop Training program provides simulations, practical exercises and information to make daily tasks easy. No prior knowledge of the Linux-based operating system is required, although computer literacy is a pre-requisite. ...
Read More
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Eben Moglen: How To Change The World
Today I have been viewing some Eben Moglen video interviews at Linux.com. Mr. Moglen is the Founding Director of the Software Freedom Law Center. He is a skilled speaker and interviews well.
One that I particularly like is "How To Change The World."
The videos can be viewed Linux.com and YouTube. I prefer Linux.com which uses the ogg open standard format.
One that I particularly like is "How To Change The World."
The videos can be viewed Linux.com and YouTube. I prefer Linux.com which uses the ogg open standard format.
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Russian teacher takes on global software giants
Here is an update on Alexander Ponosov
Click Here For Latest News
You may recall that Alexander Ponosov was imprisoned and fined for allegedly using conterfeit Microsoft Windows on his schools' computers last year. He claims the software was pre-installed. (Is your software legit?)
Russia along with Brazil, India, China, Malaysia and others strongly advocates Open Source Software in schools.
Read More about Open Source Software in schools by Clicking Here!
Click Here For Latest News
You may recall that Alexander Ponosov was imprisoned and fined for allegedly using conterfeit Microsoft Windows on his schools' computers last year. He claims the software was pre-installed. (Is your software legit?)
Russia along with Brazil, India, China, Malaysia and others strongly advocates Open Source Software in schools.
Read More about Open Source Software in schools by Clicking Here!
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Everex Now Targets MySpace Users
Everex continues to create new niche markets for their products. The latest entry ia a mini-PC targeted towards the 100,000,000 MySpace users.
Featuring enhanced graphics, animations and a new icon dock, which aggregates the latest MySpace and Web 2.0 entertainment media sites, users of this new MyMiniPC can surf, email, blog, IM, Skype, rip and compute, all with the power of an Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core processor and the gOS Space 2.9 operating system.
gOS (Good OS!) is a Linux-based distribution and is custom designed to use Google, MySpace and other “Web 2.0” apps. gOS Space 2.9 utilizes MySpace's recently released API.
Featuring enhanced graphics, animations and a new icon dock, which aggregates the latest MySpace and Web 2.0 entertainment media sites, users of this new MyMiniPC can surf, email, blog, IM, Skype, rip and compute, all with the power of an Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core processor and the gOS Space 2.9 operating system.
gOS (Good OS!) is a Linux-based distribution and is custom designed to use Google, MySpace and other “Web 2.0” apps. gOS Space 2.9 utilizes MySpace's recently released API.
Thursday, April 3, 2008
The Social Media Networking World
Yesterday I attended a networking event sponsored by the local Chamber of Commerce. While there I met several members of InSocialMedia.com
InSocialMedia is dedicated to building relationships with anyone involved with Internet marketing and the Social Media world. The social networking site is presented by Chris Patterson, CEO, Interchanges.com
Here is my profile screenshot:
InSocialMedia is dedicated to building relationships with anyone involved with Internet marketing and the Social Media world. The social networking site is presented by Chris Patterson, CEO, Interchanges.com
Here is my profile screenshot:
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Is The Time Right For Linux???
Is the time right for Linux PCs to emerge
(AP)
(AP)
Wednesday, January 2, 2008
Newsflash
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