Just how mainstream is it? Re: [OS:N:] Is the Open Source Now list alive?

[Orlando Echevarria]

Its mainstream where I am in the sense that it is our webserver, db 
server, faculty workstations for computing, etc. But again, this is my 
observation, and so far, no hitches or hiccups. We like it.

O

Peter D. St. Onge wrote:
> On Mon, 7 Jan 2008 08:15:08 -0500 (EST), Michael Williams 
> (mwilliams at haywood.k12.nc.us) wrote:
> > Since linux has become more mainstream, I guess people just take it
> > for granted anymore.
>
> It's "mainstream" in the sense that it is 'out there' but I question 
> just how popular it is given the ongoing marketing. How about a quick 
> show of hands for folks in educational institutions - how prevalent is 
> Linux (and which distro) in your neck of the woods?
>
> Moreover, are the local tech folks exploiting OSS ways in facilitating 
> installation of systems, management of networks and assets?
>
> Best,
>
> -- pete
>
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