Re: DEBIAN ANNOUNCES $1000 GRANT TO GNOME PROJECT
Congratulations on a good decision, Bruce. :)
> DEBIAN ANNOUNCES $1000 GRANT TO GNOME PROJECT
>
> The Debian GNU/Linux Distribution is getting enough donations now that we
> can support the development of free software. We use most donations for
> our own work, but some outside projects are worth funding.
>
> Debian is awarding $1000 to the GNOME project (see www.gnome.org). They
> are building a GUI desktop for Linux and Unix systems. In addition, we
> have granted GNOME use of Debian's servers so that they need not spend
> any of the $1000 on internet services. We chose the GNOME project
> because:
>
> 1. They are using 100% free software.
> 2. They have an excellent design and have shown rapid progress.
> 3. They are doing the right thing, and that should be rewarded.
>
> This won't be the last Debian grant. To qualify for support, all of the
> software used by a project must conform to Debian's Free Software Guidelines.
> These assure that the software is free for use by _anyone_, not just Debian.
>
> If you're not familiar with Debian GNU/Linux, check out our web site
> http://www.debian.org/ .
>
> Many Thanks
>
> Bruce Perens
> Debian Project Leader
> .
> QUIT
>
>
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