mikadoZero <mikadoz...@yandex.com> writes:
> In my initial message I should have explained why I am not a fan of Guix > pronounced "geeks". It is because the pronunciation is the same as the > plural of the word geek. The word geek has an ambiguous definition. > https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geek When Guix is pronounced "geeks" > there are negative connotation. > > The current participants in the Guix community have a self selection > bias by using alpha or beta software. This could shows itself through a > focus on the positive definition of geek. However I am alone in > perceiving the negative connotations and sentiment of the word geek. Not alone. I have used Guix for 3+ years. For quite some time I thought it was "gix" which seemed fine to me. Eventually I discovered it is "geeks". I am sorry to say this seems like a sick "inside joke" to me. Unfortunately it is difficult to have a productive discussion of the subject: Those working on Guix may be offended by what feels like criticism. And those turned-off by geeks have probably already self-un-selected from the project. FWIW, I have mentioned my use of something called "geeks" to a few professional friends. Each thought it weird that I would want to put effort into something with this name. It just doesn't sound serious to them. So I share your concern. IMO calling Guix "geeks" is unfortunate. I fear it will adversely impact Guix' acceptance and growth. - George
