christian ubuntu released

[Michael Davies]

On 9/19/06, Ian <ilox11 at gmail.com> wrote:
> Thanks for the input Michael but you have misjudged me thinking that
> behaving like a bigot is one of my 'features'. This has nothing to do
> with intolerance and bigotry, nothing whatsoever.
>
> I am just a little taken aback that some folks would find it
> worthwhile to produce a Christian version of Ubuntu.

>From http://www.whatwouldjesusdownload.com/christianubuntu/2006/07/faq.html

Q: Is Ubuntu Christian Edition a new distribution of Ubuntu or a derivative?

A: Well it is really neither. Ubuntu Christian Edition is based
directly from the standard Ubuntu distribution and only contains extra
Christian software available from the Ubuntu software repositories.
The graphical changes are minor and are only intended to tailor the
project to Christians.

Q: Why should I use the Ubuntu Christian Edition if I can install the
same software to the default Ubuntu?

A: The concept behind the Ubuntu Christian Edition is not to deviate
from the Ubuntu community. It is intended to draw a larger Christian
base to the already thriving community of Ubuntu users. The Ubuntu
Christian Edition simply makes it easier for Christians who are new to
Linux to see the power of Ubuntu combined with the added benefit of
having the best available Linux Christian software pre-installed.

So it looks like they're just adding software that might appeal to
Christians.  I don't think there is any hidden agenda (although I have
nothing to do with them, nor have I tried this version, so I can't
make any definitive comment).

I think you'll find lots of Ubuntu-based vertical niche distros in the
future.  To have one that includes stuff that might be beneficial to a
Christian is no different to having one that would appeal to a gamer.
You may even find a Christian gaming ham-radio version sometime!
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