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"Oh and the name "libreoffice" is REALLY, REALLY not working out in Asia. Even for english speaking ones." Huh, why in the world not? Is is a problem of limit
by burgerbrain 16y ago
"Oh and the name "libreoffice" is REALLY, REALLY not working out in Asia. Even for english speaking ones."
Huh, why in the world not? Is is a problem of limited vocabulary? Your double emphasis on 'really' makes it seem like they know what it means, but are actually opposed to the concept, is that it? This is just kind of a pretty weird comment without some supporting explanation.
- sandGorgon 16y agoIt's not a question of understanding the meaning of "libre". Its about the pronounciation. I used to be able to tell people to go and download "Open Office" and they remember. Phonetically, if you use "Librii Office" - they dont. "Libr Office" they dont. I am not sure why - but I have spoken to dozens in India (accountants, lawyers, etc.) and the name just doesnt have recall. Libre also is not a Commonwealth English word. I'm sure everyone came up with that name with a noble intent - but it simply isnt working in India which is extremely Anglicized as compared to most other Asian countries. That name really needs to change. On a curious note - in the U.S. have you spoken to a non-geek, say your pizza delivery dude, and have brand recall of "Libreoffice" ?
- burgerbrain 16y agoCan't say I have. I'm a FOSS fanatic but I don't hate anybody I know enough to suggest they use OpenOffice/LibreOffice. Seriously, the name should be the last of that project's worries...