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[OCLUG-Tech] Fwd: what are the "five myths about open source"?

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> From: Paul B <red [ dot ] line [ at ] rogers [ dot ] com>
> Date: 28 June, 2011 9:26:18 AM EDT
> To: "Robert P. J. Day" <rpjday [ at ] crashcourse [ dot ] ca>
> Subject: Re: [OCLUG-Tech] what are the "five myths about open source"?
> 

> The most disturbing is that only eggheads, hippies, and academics (as though that's some sort of STD) use open source software. 
> 
> Debunk:
> 
> Millions use Mozilla's firefox without the need for pocket protectors, petiole, or phds. 
> 
> Aside: WTF is with the need for right wing media to denigrate the thinkers and explorers of today? 
> 
> Sent from a locked proprietary device. I'm working on my freedom and I'll be there one day.
> 
> 
> On 2011-06-28, at 8:25 AM, "Robert P. J. Day" <rpjday [ at ] crashcourse [ dot ] ca> wrote:
> 
>> 
>> a colleague wants to write an article along the lines of the most
>> pernicious myths about open source software.  so, in your opinion,
>> what would those be?  let's stick to the top five, along with their
>> brutal and savage debunking.  thanks.
>> 
>> rday
>> 
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