Russell McOrmond wrote:
> I don't agree with your assessment that there is only two models:
> the dictatorial model of the Soviet experiment and China, and the 'equally
> dictatorial' model of neo-liberalism.
I am speaking only from the experience we have had till date. Whether
there are other solutions available we still do not know. Certainly
Schumpeter -- who I think of highly-- seem to be coming true with the
dawn of the net civilization. His thoughts of "best and cheapest" in a
socio-capitalist society is gaining ground.
> You may be surprised if you look deeper how much Free Software is
> produced by consultants without the need for the initial capital from the
> stock market. Some people make an honest living at this type of thing
> without the handouts.
Yes, but the money to feed them comes from the support services that
they render at a price. The business model is quite sound that you give
the software free and charge for support services which is absolutely
legal and ethical way of making money.
I am not too sure they would shy away from connecting proprietory
desktops with open source desktops as you yourself have attested that
you connect some proprietory systems in your job too.
My thinking is that open source enthusiasts cannot propose exclusivity
to their clients or else they will fall in the same category as
Microsoft (or any other proprietory software maker) --*one size fits all
category*. Exclusivity with one software or set of tools is simply
untenable in the society we live today.
Arup
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