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Indian State Encourages Microsoft Removal
cultrhetor writes "The New York Times reports that the communist government in the Indian state of Kerala is trying to remove Microsoft from its public institutions, as part of a campaign against monopolistic corporations. From the article: 'schools and public offices across the state are being encouraged to install free software systems instead of purchasing Microsoft's Windows programs. "It is well-known that Microsoft wants to have a monopoly in the field of computer technology. Naturally, being a democratic and progressive government, we want to encourage the spread of free software," M. A. Baby, the state's education minister, said by telephone.' The government is not banning Microsoft, but it is actively encouraging all 12,500 public schools in the state to install Linux."
I installed Debian Etch a couple weeks back and was impressed with the progress it has made in installability. Good luck to Keralans with their Linux adventure!
But what about the CAD tools for electronics(etc) if the dump M$ out? Are there any comprehensive and easy to use tools in Linux ?
Kerala is run by communists. A communist state can have free elections (which is why I am convinced you missed my original point). They are hostile towards big business and have communist ideals. I am arguing that is the ONLY reason why they are doing what they are doing. Now can we please stop arguing this off topic shit? If you don't want to actually discuss something relevant don't bother replying.
Well I guess there is nothing more to say there, Microsoft is officially seen by India as Satan's hell spawn. When God's Own Country chooses the people follow!
http://www.gods-own-country.info/