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[Michael Heyns <mike.bean.heyns@xxxxxxxxx>]

To be honest, I've never heard the name until the first message. Thanks for
sharing the article, sad I didn't get to it before. I think the writer was
merely using it as a play on words rather than referring to an actual
project using the name.

I am certain such a name would definitely need approval through the formal
channels. I personally believe it would be a realistic appeal granted the
public interest in both ubuntu and gnome 3. Could be a valuable addition to
the ubuntu brand if it is accepted as an official flavour.

Maybe I'm just being hopeful :)

Mike. H
On Nov 24, 2012 12:51 AM, "Lance" <lbsolost@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> Is this the Gubuntu referred to earlier:
>
>
> http://www.muktware.com/articles/3557/gubuntu-1204-ubuntu-gnome-shell-remix-review#.UK9el62YNAQ
>
> If so who gave them the legal right to use the name?
>
> I think a lot of people confuse FOSS with the idea of there being no
> "trademark" protection if you're using FOSS as a dev base. That's not
> entirely true.
>
> As an example we once had Ubuntu-Lite but Canonical/SABDFL told them to
> cease and desist so they did.
>
> If we can convince SABDFL that we need to exist it'll be done in short
> order ............. he's kind of like that ;^)
>
> But I sort of wore out my welcome :^(
>
> Lance
>
> --- On *Fri, 11/23/12, Michael Heyns <mike.bean.heyns@xxxxxxxxx>* wrote:
>
>
> From: Michael Heyns <mike.bean.heyns@xxxxxxxxx>
> Subject: Re: [Ubuntu-gnome] Time for a name change?
> To: "Lance" <lbsolost@xxxxxxxxx>
> Cc: ubuntu-gnome@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Date: Friday, November 23, 2012, 5:34 AM
>
> Hey Lance, and all the others,
>
> Just wanted to add my two cents. I also find the current naming to be a
> bit confusing with past endeavours. (does Gnomebuntu ring a bell too?)
>
> I agree an original name could be good for defining the flavour. (from a
> marketing view)
>
> To be honest, I really like Gubuntu. It's simple and relates to other
> (active) flavours, Lubuntu, Kubuntu.
>
> I really love this project and I enjoy promoting it. I don't do much work
> so maybe this is a sneaky opportunity to also say thank you to all those
> involved. Your work is really appreciated.
>
> Mike H.
> On Nov 23, 2012 11:54 PM, "Lance" <lbsolost@xxxxxxxxx<http://mc/compose?to=lbsolost@xxxxxxxxx>>
> wrote:
>
> Maybe I should say it's past time for a name change ;^)
>
> Using "ubuntu GNOME remix" has resulted in the unfortunate use of UGR as
> an acronym which could be problematic due to this failed project:
>
> http://ugr.teampr0xy.net/
>
> I know becoming an official "flavor" of Ubuntu can be a long drawn out
> process but I remember using Lubuntu as far back as Lucid even though it
> didn't become an official flavor until Oneiric:
>
> https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Lubuntu/ReleaseNotes/LucidLynx
>
> Why can't we do "Gubuntu"?
>
> Has anyone even asked?
>
> If we can't do that yet why can't we change to using using "ubuntu GNOME
> desktop" so the new acronym would be UGD?
>
> I really love this project because it will give us the opportunity to more
> closely interact with the Gnome devs and I'd hope our input can help shape
> the successful future of Gnome in general.
>
> Lance
>
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