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W3C approves patent policy
by Kanti Jadia 23 May '03

23 May '03

hi, http://www.w3.org/ The policy http://www.w3.org/Consortium/Patent-Policy-20030520.html public Director's decision http://www.w3.org/2003/05/12-director-patent-decision-public.html the press release http://www.w3.org/2003/05/patentpolicy-pressrelease patent policy home page http://www.w3.org/2001/ppwg/ --------------------------------------------------- FSF's Position on Proposed W3 Consortium "Royalty-Free" Patent Policy http://www.gnu.org/philosophy/w3c-patent.html regards Kanti ----------------------------------------- Enjoy your Freedom,use GNU/Linux. http://www.gnu.org/gnu/why-gnu-linux.html -----------------------------------------

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Ghostscript: No longer GNU
by Amol Hatwar 23 May '03

23 May '03

Hi all, Ghostscript 7.07 is the last Ghostscript release as Free (GPL'ed) software. Future versions will be labeled GNU Ghostscript. They say in a story at their site that their development process has become incompatible with the goals of the GNU project as interpreted by Richard Stallman. The story can be read here: http://www.ghostscript.com/article/41.html Can someone shed light on this issue? Regards, ah ________________ It's most certainly GNU/Linux, and not Linux. Read more here: http://www.gnu.org/gnu/why-gnu-linux.html

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From Wharton: Social Entrepreneurship
by Amol Hatwar 22 May '03

22 May '03

Hi all, I remember sending a link to an article that talked about social-entrepreneurship again. I subscribe to wharton's newletter called 'Knowledge'. Instead of talking pure business, Wharton gives the issue apt focus. Accessing the resources may require registration. Point your browsers to: http://knowledge.wharton.upenn.edu/052103_ss.html Regards, ah

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Sarovar.org
by Nagarjuna G. 22 May '03

22 May '03

----- Forwarded message from Radhakrishnan CV <cvr(a)river-valley.org> ----- > Date: Thu, 22 May 2003 00:52:08 +0530 (IST) > From: Radhakrishnan CV <cvr(a)river-valley.org> > Subject: [OT] Sarovar.org > To: Nagarjuna G <nagarjun(a)hbcse.tifr.res.in> > > > Can you post the following in an appropriate FSF List? > > Thanks for your assistance. > > Radhakrishnan > > ------------------------------------------------------------------ > > We are happy to announce the release of Sarovar.org to the world! > > Sarovar.org is a portal for hosting FLOSS projects, similar to > sourceforge or Savannah. As far as we are aware it is India's first > and only site to offer such facilities. Sarovar.org has all the > features that you will expect from such a site, including web space, > mail lists, cvs etc. > > The root of the idea to have such a site can be traced back to the > Indic computing meeting at Bangalore, where there was a desire to have > some hosting space for Indic computing projects. We had some > discussions about it back in Trivandrum and we thought we can make > such a space for developers in India for hosting their work. The > result is sarovar.org. > > Sarovar.org is a Compaq machine running Debian Woody and a customized > gforge. It is hosted in Trivandrum and connected to BSNL, VSNL and > SingTel. All the traffic from it should come without leaving > India. We are also planning to mirror some important sites right here, > including Linux kernel and mail lists. We are also open to other ideas > to use this resource. Please let me know if you have any. > > Please feel free to pass this news to other lists or people who might > also be interested in such a facility. > > With warm regards, > > Radhakrishnan > ----- End forwarded message ----- -- ------------------------------------------------------------------------ nagarjun at hbcse tifr res in. http://www.gnowledge.org/ I support Public Library of Science http://www.plos.org/

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Confirmation regarding the Akhruti fonts
by Sayamindu Dasgupta 21 May '03

21 May '03

Hi, As you may know, the Free Bangla Fonts Project had converted all the fonts from Akruthi, and had released it under the package Mukti (Freedom). We are going to re-release the Mukti package once again under the release name Mukti Reloaded ;-), and it will contain the fonts *not* withdrawn by Cyberscape. However, now the fonts will be going into the distros, and can someone reconfirm the name of the fonts that were withdrawn by Cyberscape. -thanks- Sayamindu -- Sayamindu Dasgupta [http://www.peacefulaction.org/sayamindu/] Get my Public Keys at http://www.peacefulaction.org/sayamindu/keys.html : ####[ GNU/Linux One Stanza Tip (LOST) ]####################### Sub : Simple console calculator (#2) LOST #222 A command line calculator which also understands precedence: Try :$echo "(12 + 2) / (5 + 2) ^ 2" | bc ### integer maths Or :$echo "scale=4; (17 / 3) + 0.517" | bc ### 'real' maths Note:'scale' is the decimal round off figure (real numbers). ####<bish(a)nde.vsnl.net.in>#################################### :

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Geek fair
by Raj Shekhar 19 May '03

19 May '03

Free Geek (freegeek.org) is based in Portland, Oregon, FREE GEEK is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that recycles used technology to provide computers, education and access to the internet to those in need in exchange for community service. They are organizing a GEEK FAIR. Below are the details. Please spread the word around. ========= Sunday, June 29, noon-8pm FREE GEEK's 2nd Annual GEEK FAIR Block Party An all day event on the block in front of FREE GEEK. Hard Drive Shuffleboard, Live Music, Square Dancing, Food, Sidewalk Sale, Funny Hats. Wow, There is so much going on...Well, just rest assured that this will be the greatest day of your life. And if you decide to stop by, it will be ours too. We now return to you to our Donation FAQ, already in progress... -------------- Hi, Due to an overwhelming response, we are sending form replies to most inquires and some information given may not apply to your request, DONATIONS: We accept any computers and any related hardware, in any condition. We also accept: Video Monitors Software and manuals Printers Terminals Fax Machines Telephones We DO NOT Accept: Televisions Microwave Ovens Copiers Appliances COST: We have a fee of $10.00 per monitor (CRT) regardless of condition. If you are donating equipment that is known to be broken or a computer older than a 586 PC or PPC Mac, we do ask for a voluntary $5.00 donation per system, to help with our processing costs. DROP-OFF: We are located at 1731 SE 10th Avenue, Portland (2-1/2 blocks south of Hawthorne Blvd.). Our hours are 11a - 7p Tuesday - Saturday. PICK-UP: Unfortunately, we cannot provide pick up for donations at this time. We do hope to add pick-up services in the future. WHAT HAPPENS TO DONATED COMPUTERS AND EQUIPMENT: Pentium PCs and some 486-level machines are tested and refurbished if possible. Most of the refurbished computer systems are then made available to our clients in exchange for volunteer time at FREE GEEK. Some computers are given to local non-profit organizations. We do sell some equipment in our Thrift Store if it is not crucial to our mission of giving away systems. Older machines such as 286 and 386 PCs are salvaged for useful parts and the remainder is recycled, recovering the metals and plastics for re-use. Monitors, printers and other components are also evaluated for re-use, with all non-functioning or obsolete components being recycled. Apple Computers and Apple clones are also accepted, all computers older than a PPC are transferred to Mac Renewal, a Eugene organization that repairs and refurbishes the donations and makes them available to kids, seniors and the differently abled. WHAT HAPPENS TO INFORMATION LEFT ON COMPUTERS: All functioning hard drives are re-formatted at least twice during our testing and refurbishing process. Non-functioning or older, smaller drives are physically destroyed during the recycling process. TAX DEDUCTIBLE RECEIPTS: FREE GEEK is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization and can provide you with a receipt for your tax-deductible donation. PREPARING YOUR DONATION FOR DROP-OFF: Please bring as little packaging and boxes as possible. Please recycle the boxes for your equipment through your curb-side recycling program. We no longer recycle Styrofoam, but you can drop it off at the Metro Recycling Transfer Station, call 503-234-3000 for more information. RECYCLING SOFTWARE AND MANUALS: We no longer accept all software and manuals. The paper and cardboard packaging can be recycled in your mixed paper curb-side recycling bin. The portion that cannot be recycled through your curbside program can be brought to FREE GEEK, such as the floppy diskettes, CDs and jewel cases. If you have the manuals for specific pieces of equipment (i.e. motherboards) please bring them with the equipment. EXTRA CREDIT: Recycling computer is labor intensive. Doing any of the following to prepare your equipment for donation will help us speed the processing and recycling of your equipment. Untangle all cords and cables. Coil them up with a rubber band or twist tie. Attach power adapters (AC adapters, transformers) to their associated equipment (such as powered speakers, printers or external modems) as best you can, we suggest wrapping with clear packing tape. Specific Computer Equipment Needs: - Pentium II class (and faster) computers - Memory (72 and 168 pin) - Hard drives (2 GB and larger) - Modems (28.8k and faster) - 10 bT and 100bT network hubs - CAT5 network cable - RJ45 connectors/wall jacks - HP inkjet cartridges Technician needs: - Technician manuals (PC repair) - Linux/Unix Manuals - Phillips head screwdrivers - Flat head screwdrivers - Stardrivers (Torx) - Nutdrivers - Powerdrivers w/recharger - Multi-testors - Needlenose pliers - Wire cutters - Tin snips Other Misc. Needs: - Digital camera - Cleaning supplies - Food (snacks, Mountain Dew) - Office supplies - Rubber bands - Printer paper - Magic markers - Tape (scotch, masking, duct) - Storage shelving - Shop carts - Warehouse carts Thanks, Rev.Phil Sano Office Manager revphil(a)freegeek.org FREE GEEK Community Technology Center 1731 SE 10th Avenue Portland, OR 97214 (503) 232-9350 12p-8p Tu- Sa www.freegeek.org sign-up for our email newsletter: freegeek-news-request(a)romhat.net ===== FREE GEEK 1731 SE 10th Avenue Portland, OR 97214 (503) 232-9350 www.freegeek.org info(a)freegeek.org -- Raj Shekhar http://geocities.com/lunatech3007/

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Security in M$
by CK Raju 18 May '03

18 May '03

Another blow to security conscious M$ users Windows 2000 renders Windows XP passwords useless. Someone could dig out truth in this article http://www.brainsbuzz.com/w/030213/ CK Raju

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Mailman udpated
by Nagarjuna G. 18 May '03

18 May '03

Due to some unknown problems which could not be fixed with the old version, I decided to upgrade mailman to 2.1 version. This version seems to be more feature rich particularly for the administrators. During this repairing period all the messages posted were delivered yesterday early morning. Please let me know if you are facing any recent problems. this will help us to keep mailman working better. If any of you know mailman very well and are willing to coordinate with me the lists, please come forward. Thanks for your cooperation. Nagarjuna

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by Indranil Das Gupta 16 May '03

16 May '03

confirm 931595

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[Fsf-friends] Re: Fsf-friends -- confirmation of subscription -- request 931595
by Indranil Das Gupta 16 May '03

16 May '03

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