Re: GNOME -> Gnome

[Hylke Bons <hylkebons gmail com>]

On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 11:38 PM, Alex Launi <alex launi gmail com> wrote:
> On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 6:27 PM, Hylke Bons <hylkebons gmail com> wrote:
>>
>> "Gnome" reminds of the the imaginary tiny creatures.
>
> So what? Gnomes are adorable, intelligent creatures. They believe in strong
> communities, and wear silly hats. We should be thrilled to be associated
> with such creates.

Well it would be nice if we knew what it said on the tin.

>>
>> At least you can
>> see "GNOME" is an acronym, and you can guess it doesn't have anything
>> to do with those.
>
> GNOME is a horrible acronym. GNU Network Object Model Environment. WHAT???
> Seriously, what the hell does that mean?

Looks like you didn't read my whole reply.

Hylke