Hi Anand, On Tue, Jan 27, 2009 at 8:47 AM, Anand Chitipothu <[email protected]>wrote:
> > However i would like to say > > 1. Don't compare pirated windows with Ubuntu - ethically for a school it > > sucks and they should know it - buying pirated software to teach kids > thats > > not on. > > I'm taking about the *real world*. > Am sorry but the *real word* does not mean piracy, esp, not in a school where fundamentals have to be straight - if kids are going to grow up learning piracy is ok then i feel sorry for the kids and their generation. This is a deep discussion with other aspects and if needed we could start a separate thread on this - but am interested in knowing what other folks think about schools using pirated software to teach or run their computer on. > > > 2. Do you and the school have a clear reason for ubuntu - if so what is > it - > > make sure everybody understands - changing over to ubuntu will not be > pain > > free there will be some grief - even in the long run , however if your > > reasons are clear then the grief will be tolerable and even acceptable > > Many teachers are ready for the switch, only if the installation > process is easier. > As many people have said - try and get hold of a complete repository - on DVD / extenal HD - and use that in addition to the base install try and get an idea of what software they use and check what the alternatives are on Ubuntu - if you cannot find an alternative google or post to the list or forum you would be able to get a list of alternative software. ram
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