> Date: Wed, 20 Oct 1999 12:40:31 -0400 (EDT)
> From: Ingrid Schupbach <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Subject: [issues] Screenshots
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> BEWARE! THE MESSAGE BELOW IS AN ANGRY RANT:
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> I am fed-up with all these screenshots that include pictures of scantily
> clad or otherwise sexually charged pictures of women. When I was trying
> to find a good new theme from e.themes.org I was really turned off by
> this. I find that this is just another example of how the Linux community
> often -- probably largely unknowingly and unwittingly -- creates a boy's
> lockeroom atmosphere. As a woman, it just doesn't make it seem like I'm
> really invited.
>
> I respect the Linux mantra that everyone should be able to design their
> computers and their piece of cyberspace in whatever way they choose. But
> messages should not be sent out carelessly and thoughtlessly. If there
> really is a commitment to making Linux inviting to everyone, then I
> believe there needs to be a change in the horny-male-geeks-only atmosphere
> that's awfully pervasive. I'm tired of being asked whether I'm a
> perky-breasted-Linux-chick, and I'm tired of endless references to penises
> and to porn in Linux-related irc channels.
>
> Ingrid
>
>
well, if you like Keanu Reeves or David Duchovny you can go down load
the WindowMaker themes I created a few months ago. They're in the
People category. If you like purple leporad skin, then the Duchovny
one is a must have.
angstrom
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