Hiya list, If you are like me, you are probably pondering how the milestone OpenBSD 4.0 release should be launched in the public eye.
Due to the extraordinary volume of additional software that any point0 release brings to our valued customer base, I thought it high time to elect a specialist "Chief Liaison Officer - Temporary", CLOT. Or, if as I suspect, that a global enterprise such as ours, would require a permanent spokesperson: "Pubic Relations Articulation Technologist", PRAT. Now, I understand that the person specification for such a demanding role is very difficult to precisely define, but through supportive teamwork via conference calls, that this vision can be realised. The most important new software to be launched is the much exalted "tFace". I'm sure there is no need to expand on the top secret, *and* first to market operational Telepathic Interface. (Search the hidden archives at http://i-no-thinky.so) The CLOT/PRAT must evangelise the first deliverable protocol: tMail, and emphasise the pain point reduction for enterprise customers. He/she must also be able to downplay the unfortunate incident when the FBI's crack agent Moldiberg intercepted Wacko Jacko's "next lover requirements" transmission. I have an outline of the 4.0 launch event and thought we could make pivotal use of a 40 theme: 40 scantily clad dancing girls. Each one of which shall be 40 years old and weigh some 40 stone (254kgs, if you don't use the British Imperial measuring system). We could hire a quality band to perform the classic song "Life begins at 40". I thought the Spice Girls would dovetail quite well as each member has 40 men a year, I suspect due to their musical talents. - Theo may want to comment here. The Windows Vista Migratory Team may want to rent a bouncy castle for their target demographic. I am confident we can get all the environmentally friendly 40x40 girls on the castle in time with the music. I know what you are thinking, and I've had a risk analysis report commissioned on the resultant pulsating solar eclipse. I have assurances from the highest zoological consultants that the homosexual activities of the rare Tibetan Lama will return to acceptable levels in due course. Of more interest is that the resulting press coverage is sure to guarantee market dominance through many licence sales. To ensure the production is harmoniously co-ordinated amoungst stakeholders, we may need the services of a "Team Heading Uber Geek", THUG. To effect the initial screening of volunteer CLOTs, PRATs and THUGs, please ensure any replies are on list and on topic. Remember to keep the noise down on this one as we need to focus on the long term financial success of our company. -- Craig Skinner | http://www.kepax.co.uk | [EMAIL PROTECTED]
