Jack asked what is next for Linux? Linus indicated that he only
works on the kernel. He indicated that the v2.6 kernel is coming
… and will have to be tested. “There will always be some issues
…”
Jack asked if you started over, what would you do different?
Linus indicated that he wasn’t sure what he could have done
better. He believes that making it GPL is what made it work.
Chris asked what could threaten Linux? Linus answered that it’s not technical issues … software patents are one area.
Chris asked what is missing in his life? Linus said he’s happy so far.
Jack: If you weren’t doing this, what technical interests would
you have? Linus: Hardware. He likes low-level stuff …
Chris: What is the best compliment to Linux? Linus:
The strength is not a single niche. Not a single space.
It’s very broad …
Audience Question: Where do you see Linux in 20 years?
Linus: Way to hard to answer. Even 5 years is too
much. Not a believer in that … it’s sure failure to look that
far out. In the next few years, it’s the desktop.
Audience Question: (guy from Argentina) Comment on the government
adoption of Linux? Linus: I have a policy about not caring
who uses Linux. If it’s made good enough … people will use it.
Chris wrapped and said to move to the demos …