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GNU/Linux, usability, and freedom







GNU/Linux, usability, and freedom

GNU/Linux, usability, and freedom 01/09/2004 09:58 PM

There's been talk lately about GNU/Linux usability. Let's not confuse the liberties associated with GNU/Linux with its ease of use.




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