Ubuntu Domain Server

Derek Broughton derek at pointerstop.ca
Tue Oct 27 21:28:41 UTC 2009


Dotan Cohen wrote:

>>> My arguments are against making a dangerous tool accessible to the
>>> masses. Assessible in this context meaning "seemingly designed for".
>>
>> I understand that - but the problem is the dangerous tool IS already
>> accessible to the masses.  They can set up completely bollixed servers
>> with MS tools.  So arguing that Ubuntu shouldn't even consider creating a
>> better, more secure, solution isn't going to help.
>>
> 
> Just because one circle of money-greedy idiots is willing to sacrifice
> their customer's security, reputation, and business does not mean that
> Ubuntu has to do the same.

That's what we're suggesting - that Ubuntu don't do the same.  Really, it's 
insulting to tell someone with an idea that he can't do it because it can't 
be done.

> The problem is that most business will use the tool to _replace_
> proper IT professionals, not to supplement them. 

Duh.  That's what I've been saying all along.  So we desperately need tools 
that can limit the hazards.
-- 
derek





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