Free software in Russia? Da! (NewsForge)
In July, more than 200 Linux enthusiasts from across the former Soviet Union met up in Borovsk in Russia's Kaluga region -- in other words, in the middle of nowhere -- for Linuxfest. Linux devotees from as far away as Kazakhstan and Ukraine showed up to pitch tents in the woods and share experiences and expertise. The informal weekend conference has become an important annual event for open sourcers here, underscoring how the movement remains as much about philosophy and community as about making money."
