[Linux-aus] Goodbye AUUG, hello phoenix

[Michael Davies]

On 9/16/06, Jeff Waugh <jdub at perkypants.org> wrote:
> <quote who="Michael Davies">
>
> > Let's not change our conference or Linux Australia.  Both work as they
> > currently are.  Invite over those who believe in our ideals, but let's not
> > change our ideals just for more membership numbers.
>
> I totally agree, and that is part of the basis of my suggestion: We should
> change the names to better communicate and match our ideals.

As Tim suggested, let's not underestimate the "brand loyalty" that
we've got invested in the terms "linux.conf.au" and "Linux Australia".
 Starting again from scratch without tangible benefit seems a bit of a
backward step.
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