[Cialug] Mandrakes Future

David Champion cialug@cialug.org
Thu, 17 Mar 2005 10:31:41 -0600


Chris Hettinger wrote:
> Twice this week I've heard a rumor/concern that Mandrake may be no more. 
> One of the sources came from a Linux training class that a co-worker 
> recently attended.
> 
> I'm just curious what others may have heard or read on the issue.
> 
> Dave C. I know you use MDK primarily what have you heard or felt about 
> the issue/concerns, assuming you've heard it.
> 
> Thanks
> -ch

They've been out of bankrupcy for about a year, and just purchased 
Connectiva Linux (was big in Brazil) - mostly just a stock swap. I 
haven't heard any rumors of their demise.

I'd be interested in hearing anything "real" on this, because all 
indications I see is that they're going strong.

-dc