On 2019-09-30 09:27, Simon Walter wrote:
> On 9/29/19 12:36 PM, golinux@??? wrote:
>> Sorry Steve . . . I think this idea is naive, ill-advised and a
>> tactical
>> error that could have very real, unintended consequences.
>
> So that the ignorant among us can understand learn, do you mind telling
> us why?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Simon
>

History is littered with examples of real harm done to individuals and
society by "business as usual". Even when there is a substantial body
count, it can take decades for acknowledgement and restitution. I have
been there, done that too many times. IMO, a bunch of disgruntled geeks
moaning about software choices just does not have the leverage needed to
move a corporate mountain. However, should enough voices become an
irritation to said corporate mountain, retaliation could be
"interesting" . . .

As Bruce noted, Steve has every right to pursue any tactic he chooses
and I will be the first to congratulate him if he succeeds. In the
meantime, I choose to do real work to support alternatives rather than
tilt at windmills. :)

golinux