Python benefits over Cobra

harrismh777 harrismh777 at charter.net
Thu Apr 7 01:25:46 EDT 2011


Chris Angelico wrote:
> there's a lot of
> risk in tying yourself to a non-free framework, especially such a
> heavy one as .NET. You're completely at the mercy of the provider, in
> this case Microsoft, and if they make an incompatible change in the
> framework, you're forever stuck.

Yes, lock-in is the name of the game for Microsoft. The only way to win 
the game is to not play; also, support free software initiatives, use 
free (as in freedom) software for everything, and help to educate the 
public.

The gnu suite of tools and the linux kernel were the keys to unlocking 
Microsoft lock-in... brilliant technologies for innovation and freedom.

Python adds to this brilliance by providing accessibility together with 
fun and ease of use for real world problem solving and research in 
computer science. Computer science (as in all good science) must have as 
key elements freedom in collaboration, freedom in expanding ideas and 
abstractions, and freedom in sharing and communication. For computer 
science to be good science, it must be free. To that end Python deserves 
kudos and cheers--- brilliant!  Hat's off to Guido and the entire team~ 
!




Don't tread on me!


kind regards,

m harris





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