Why companies don't support Debian (LinuxWatch)

LinuxWatch investigates Debian's difficulties with corporate support. "Debian, either directly or through related Linux distributions such as Xandros, is used both by Linux enthusiasts and Fortune 500 companies. Of course, you couldn't prove that by the vast majority of Debian developers who never see a thin dime from their Debian work. Or, I should add, get access to new hardware, travel expenses to Debian developer conferences and so on. The reason for this is twofold. First, Debian, as a developer community, has never wanted any kind of "business" organization or corporate partnerships or sponsorships. It is purely a volunteer operation and woe unto any would-be developer who tries to change Debian's ways."

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