Linux in Texas

[bs_texas]

woo hoo...

Maybe my job exile will be over soon if I apply myself and keep at it.

http://linuxtoday.com/news/2003031801426OSLLPB

[Sea Wolf]

w00t!!!

[hlrguy]

Can't wait for Steve B's visit. Texas will get some nice price cuts! :)

hlrguy

[evac-q8r]

Good for Texas. Another victory in the making.



"It is time to reassess computer arrangements for the State of Texas, especially the rising costs for computer licensing of software and maintenance of information technology systems in light of the current budget shortfall," said Senator Carona.


Currently, most state agencies rely on proprietary software, which incurs a considerable cost through licensing fees and maintenance. Copyright laws on the software restrict its use and modification, preventing agencies from adapting the software to their needs.

EVAC

[pythagras]

My state has a budget crisis that has caused much damage to the education system. Maybe I should get political 'n stuff.

[plattypus1]

I never thought in my life I'd say this but...

YEEHAW! I'm movin' to Texas! (j/k)

[gleather]

You'd still be working for the government, and take it from me, its not pleasant. However, perhaps this will trickle down into the private sector.

[LrngTheHardWay]

Particularly in the light of the fact that people do tend to gravitate toward software that they use at work--it's easier not to have to remember a different set of skills, and it tends to flatten the learning curve if you use the various programs more often.

This is a situation that m$ doen't want to have to deal with, but they are now fighting the war on multiple fronts (states and countries).