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I'd love to look at some numbers. I'd say that his message gets to more and more people and the current circumstances are making free software more relevant tha
by Nux 13y ago
I'd love to look at some numbers. I'd say that his message gets to more and more people and the current circumstances are making free software more relevant than ever.
I think the ratio of people caring (or not caring) is the same, but sheer numbers must have increased with time.
How are you trusting your Windows/Macos today? :)
Imo, his tack will not work any better because most people continue to not give a shit about their freedoms. Take away "convenience" or "entertainment" and you've got yourself a revolution.
- jamesaguilar 13y ago> trusting your Windows/Macos today Well enough for day-to-day purposes. And therein lies the problem with Stallman's perspective, as it affects the common man.
- Nux 13y agoVoilà. :)
- dinkumthinkum 13y agoOh hogwash. RMS is principled but his "all or nothing" approach is less effective than PETA. The reality is most people don't understand Stallman, neither his detractors or supporters. For most of you that "support" Stallman, he would deride your love of open source as little more being evil or masochistic. To paint detractors or non-followers of Stallman as mindless entertainment watchers or whatever is very simplistic.