Hello List

Recently I had the good fortune to talk to a batch of students about GNU software. These students were approached when I went to Bangalore. They never knew about the GNU and its ideals. I have asked them to track http://www.gnu.org/ and start their own small GNU User groups within their schools/colleges.

They were seen as saying that it is their teachers who were resisting their move towards free software. They were saying that they require a syllabus which is totally free. They even commented on the half-baked approach of introducing software freedom in Kerala schools. One college student was seen saying as to how one of their HoD's was resisting the inclusion of the philosophy of the GNU Project in one of their text book syllabi, saying that it had no technical relevance.

They were encouraged to fully adhere to the GNU move in computing. They were asked to demand the inclusion of free software. They have requested speakers who are very articulate and savvy. I have suggested some names.

It is always fruitful to educate these computing GNUbies than to lobby most of the Govt. officials. So to be better late than never; it has become very clear that many of us go out and spread the message of software freedom. Instead of gathering together at one place to celebrate "Free Software Day", it is appropriate that we spread out and silently do our work.

I am going to Nashik and then to Ranchi to talk to the students. Where are you guys going tomorrow??