Fsf-friends May 2008

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Re: [Fsf-friends] [FSUG-Bangalore] India appealed ISO OOXML Decision?
by Hari Prasad Nadig 31 May '08

31 May '08

http://www.nytimes.com/idg/IDG_852573C400693880C1257459002948D2.html?ref=te… ""The Indian appeal was not lodged in the correct procedure it was not send to the CEOs of the two organizations but nonetheless it has been received," Buck said, adding that it will be treated in the same way as the Brazilian and South African appeals." On Fri, 2008-05-30 at 19:47 +0530, Anivar Aravind wrote: > It seems india also appealed ISO process. But I didn't get the > confirmation yet > > see this news > <http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/146468/india_and_brazil_file_…> > > thanks for PJ of Groklaw for pointing this > > If anyone have more details please send to me

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Thank You, South Africa !!
by Praveen A 24 May '08

24 May '08

"The national body of South Africa (SABS), as a P member of JTC 1, hereby submits an appeal against the outcome of the fast track processing of DIS 29500 Office open XML. This is based on the procedures followed before and during the ballot resolution meeting (BRM) held from 25 to 29 February 2008 to discuss the comments submitted on the fast-tracked DIS 29500 and the proposed responses from Ecma." Read the full letter from http://www.noooxml.org/forum/t-61468/south-africa-appeals-against-ooxml-cal… Can we get BIS to back this appeal, considering it has voted no and raised concerns about the process? Cheers Praveen -- പ്രവീണ്‍ അരിമ്പ്രത്തൊടിയില്‍ <GPLv2> I know my rights; I want my phone call! <DRM> What use is a phone call, if you are unable to speak? (as seen on /.) Join The DRM Elimination Crew Now! http://fci.wikia.com/wiki/Anti-DRM-Campaign

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Fwd: [+PLUS] Open Source Developer
by Praveen A 22 May '08

22 May '08

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Edward Terry <eterry(a)openboxbuilder.com> Date: 2008/5/21 Subject: [+PLUS] Open Source Developer To: plus-discuss(a)lists.sarovar.org I'm looking for an entry-level software developer to work on a series of projects on a full-time basis. This would be a long-term engagement as an independent contractor. I'm in the process of starting two businesses, one assembling and selling Linux-based computers to small resellers, and one to develop an educational simulation game targeting the home-school market. Some projects will be related to improving the usability of open-source software that will be bundled with the computers I sell, and others will be related to simulation game development. The first project involves integration between OssimPlanet (http://www.ossim.org/OSSIM/ossimPlanet.html) and Delta3D (http://www.delta3d.org). OssimPlanet is an open-source virtual globe, similar in many ways to Google Earth and NASA World Wind. Delta3D is an open-source game and simulation engine. OssimPlanet lacks physics, while Delta3D lacks terrain. OssimPlanet + Delta3D could provide an excellent base for a simulation game set in the real world. The projects have discussed integration to allow them to work together, but haven't done anything about it due to lack of resources and more urgent needs. I'm looking for someone who is interested in taking on the necessary integration and can commit to at least 6 months. The work would be done as a series of projects. Payment would be on a per-project basis (based on deliverables), rather than hourly. The following are required: -Fluency in English. -Reliable broadband Internet access. -Ability to work without supervision. -Skill in C++. Experience with OssimPlanet (http://www.ossim.org/OSSIM/ossimPlanet.html), Delta3D (http://www.delta3d.org), and Ubuntu Linux (http://www.ubuntu.com) would be helpful but is not required if you're willing to familiarize yourself with them on your own time. Experience contributing to an open-source project would also be very helpful but is not required. Please email me if you would like more information. _______________________________________________ PLUS-discuss mailing list PLUS-discuss(a)lists.sarovar.org http://lists.sarovar.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/plus-discuss -- പ്രവീണ്‍ അരിമ്പ്രത്തൊടിയില്‍ <GPLv2> I know my rights; I want my phone call! <DRM> What use is a phone call, if you are unable to speak? (as seen on /.) Join The DRM Elimination Crew Now! http://fci.wikia.com/wiki/Anti-DRM-Campaign

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Open Letter to Mammooty
by Praveen A 22 May '08

22 May '08

Microsoft will be signing up Malayalam movie star Mammootty as one of the brand ambassadors for the Computer Literacy programme that is to be organized soon in Kerala, a Southern Indian State well known for its pro-free software policies. Read, Sign and Share the letter at http://fci.wikia.com/wiki/Open_Letter_To_Mammooty Also digg the story http://digg.com/microsoft/Mammooty_don_t_join_hands_with_Microsoft -- പ്രവീണ്‍ അരിമ്പ്രത്തൊടിയില്‍ <GPLv2> I know my rights; I want my phone call! <DRM> What use is a phone call, if you are unable to speak? (as seen on /.) Join The DRM Elimination Crew Now! http://fci.wikia.com/wiki/Anti-DRM-Campaign

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Sugar in Debian
by Praveen A 19 May '08

19 May '08

Hi, You can use the Sugar interface (originally designed for OLPC) on Debian now If you are on Debian sid (unstable), just install sugar apt-get install sugar and install any of the activities you like apt-cache search sugar activity It is amazingly new feel, completely innovative interface. Try it now !!! Cheers Praveen -- പ്രവീണ്‍ അരിമ്പ്രത്തൊടിയില്‍ <GPLv2> I know my rights; I want my phone call! <DRM> What use is a phone call, if you are unable to speak? (as seen on /.) Join The DRM Elimination Crew Now! http://fci.wikia.com/wiki/Anti-DRM-Campaign

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Re: [Fsf-friends] [ilug-tvm] [Fwd: Hubble Firefox]
by Anivar Aravind 15 May '08

15 May '08

But it is a non-free logo with trademark restrictions. Thats why Iceweasel is born On Wed, May 14, 2008 at 12:01 PM, V. Sasi Kumar <sasi.fsf(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > I wonder whether this is really a message from heaven! > -------- Forwarded Message -------- > From: Mohan K.G <k.g.mohan(a)gmail.com> > To: k_gmohan(a)yahoo.com, V. Sasi Kumar <v.sasi.personal(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Hubble Firefox > Date: Wed, 14 May 2008 09:16:21 +0300 > > This "Firefox logo" image was captured by the Hubble Space Telescope in > March 2004. It's actually the variable star V838 Monocerotis near our Milky > Way Galaxy. I personally think it's actually a sign from Heaven for everyone > to stop using Internet Explorer. > > > > > > > > > > > > -- > K.G.Mohan > > -- > V. Sasi Kumar > Free Software Foundation of India > http://swatantryam.blogspot.com > > > --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ > "Freedom is the only law". > "Freedom Unplugged" > http://www.ilug-tvm.org > > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google > Groups "ilug-tvm" group. > To post to this group, send email to ilug-tvm(a)googlegroups.com > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > ilug-tvm-unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/ilug-tvm?hl=en > -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~--- > >

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by M.Balakrishna Pillai 14 May '08

14 May '08

hi all WE have just formed a Free Software Users group at Gudalur, Nilgiris Dist, Tamil Nadu Webpage http://guss.web4all.in/ Mailing List http://guss.web4all.in/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/guss-discuss with regards M.Balakrishna Pillai

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SBI Life Online Application works only in proprietary software
by Manilal K M 09 May '08

09 May '08

Hello all, IBPS(http://ibps.in) on behalf of SBI Life (subsidiary of State bank of India) has invited applications for Recruitment of Graduate Trainees and Associates. However, the online application doesn't work with Free Software alternatives such as Mozilla Firefox and Konqueror. This denies the candidates who uses Free Software to apply for the positions. Refer: http://app1.ibps.in/SBILifeSPmenu.asp -- Manilal K M : മണിലാല്‍ കെ എം. http://libregeek.blogspot.com

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Article in Frontline
by V. Sasi Kumar 07 May '08

07 May '08

Please see the latest issue of Frontline or see http://www.frontlineonnet.com/stories/20080523251008900.htm Best -- V. Sasi Kumar Free Software Foundation of India http://swatantryam.blogspot.com

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Free Software in India - Cover story by Down To Earth Magazine
by Praveen A 03 May '08

03 May '08

Very extensive coverage of the Free Software acceptance in India. "As 13-year-old Nalin Sathya, who will sit for these exams next year, puts it, "The system is very easy to use and I can now use it even without seeing the monitor. Python programming language is very easy. I am trying to learn it." Sathya's confidence emerges from a series of events that began eight years ago. Full story http://www.downtoearth.org.in/cover.asp?foldername=20080430&filename=news&s… -- പ്രവീണ്‍ അരിമ്പ്രത്തൊടിയില്‍ <GPLv2> I know my rights; I want my phone call! <DRM> What use is a phone call, if you are unable to speak? (as seen on /.) Join The DRM Elimination Crew Now! http://fci.wikia.com/wiki/Anti-DRM-Campaign

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