As I've mentioned before I think that one of the most important features
of OOo is the support for OpenDocument. Open formats in general are a
good thing, but we mostly only proprietary formats in day to day use. So
I would consider that a one-off promotion of open formats in general be
coordinated among OOo, StarOffice, AbiWord, Kword and the other projects
which use OpenDocument. Or it could even be among more projects and
involve a few more formats like Ogg Vorbis.
That's a way to focus on important issues that benefit both the end users
and the OOo project. Plus by focussing on the format rather than the
product, there is a better opportunity for different groups to work
together on this one. Lastly, open formats is an area in which MS has
chosen not to compete.
Groups like EFF, OSI, of course might be interested in at the very least
endorsing open formats. However, I think even groups like Amnesty
International and a lot of teaching organizations, even at the University
level, have a lot to gain by ensuring a future with open formats.
As an example, of a project, if I recall correctly, some Elvis tunes are
now in the public domain in some countries. Releasing them (where
allowed) in Ogg Vorbis for people to listen to could be used to draw them
to a general site covering open formats for the novice.
-Lars
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