Linked by Thom Holwerda on Tue 23rd Aug 2005 10:51 UTC
It seems that a free Linspire clone has hit the ftp mirrors. DistroWatch reports: "Freespire is a new Linux distribution, a free edition of Linspire with all proprietary components and trademarks removed. The distribution comes with a free repository of over 1,500 packages available via apt-get and Synaptic. This initial release functions as a live CD only and serves as a proof of concept. It certainly looks like an interesting idea: combining the benefits of Linspire's excellent usability and hardware auto-configuration with a free repository of Debian packages." Review.
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RE[2]: Keep on truckin Freespire
by Moulinneuf on Tue 23rd Aug 2005 23:44
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Personally I don't feel this will hurt Linspire in any way shape or form. I am a Insider - Lifetime Member in fact (and a Mod). The Insider who has created this did so as a pet Project and is probably in shock right now that it is out there for the world to see. He has done an excellent job with it. He is checking his P's and Q's and checking with Linspire Staff to make sure nothing is violated. I'm sure he will continue to refine and mold the look and feel as not to violate any of Linspire's trademarks.
Linspire is targeting a whole different user group. If anything - this will intrigue someone and if they are an advanced user, they will stick with it - if they are a newbie - they just might give Linspire 5.0 a shot. I see it as a way to make everyone happy.
It doesn't really matter if it was a Insider who created this. ANYONE COULD have. All he is doing is using the Source. He wanted to see how Linux worked under the hood. He did not set out to start a new Distros for the world to clamor for. It was a pet project - so give the guy a break already.
It does need polishing, but heck - he only created it a week or so ago. The smp version works great on my system.
I happen to like the project. I love using my Linspire computer and CNR is an excellent tool. I just happen to not be a one Distros type of boy. Distros Monogamy is just not really my thing. That is why I use more than one distros.
Freespire has a lot of potential. I know I will be keeping my eye on it. If he decides not to continue someday - I hope someone else will carry it on.