IT Expo 2005
Promoting Linux at the PLUG(Pune Linux Users Group) in IT Expo 2005 was an experience.
Got to saw all kinds of janta, ranging from people asking "How much is this monitor" to "Your course is of no use, it does not include Database concepts" (in a basic awareness course).
Linux is catching on for sure, from business organisations to students and casual home users, people want to try out Linux.
People need support and help in trying out Linux. Maybe a couple of install fests in and around the city will create a base of users.
"PLUG does not have any kind of office. We don't have any business card. We only have a website. Yes, we do sell CD's at 25 Rs. per CD. No, they are not available right noow. You have to book them now by paying the full amount."
And atleast 100 people believed us and parted with their money. Which is astonishing considering the fact that only gurantee of getting the CD's is our word.
Got to saw all kinds of janta, ranging from people asking "How much is this monitor" to "Your course is of no use, it does not include Database concepts" (in a basic awareness course).
Linux is catching on for sure, from business organisations to students and casual home users, people want to try out Linux.
People need support and help in trying out Linux. Maybe a couple of install fests in and around the city will create a base of users.
"PLUG does not have any kind of office. We don't have any business card. We only have a website. Yes, we do sell CD's at 25 Rs. per CD. No, they are not available right noow. You have to book them now by paying the full amount."
And atleast 100 people believed us and parted with their money. Which is astonishing considering the fact that only gurantee of getting the CD's is our word.
posted by Devendra at 9:28 AM
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