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Sorry if I post this to the list, but I can't dig the administrative address for this list.

Could an admin remove this guys from list ? I receive this error report every time I send a post to the list.

Thanks !
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       nick pack omnisys co uk




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--- Begin Message --- Patrick Cable II wrote: 
    I tried to get them to use Asterisk for the VoIP but they're spending
big bucks on Cisco stuff.

There are other cost in software deployement beside acquisition. They may feel that Cisco provide a better value when cost is amortized. Wheter this is true or not (probably not) is another discussion entirely, but the bottom line is that they did not thought Asterix provide a good value proposition.

Actually, these kind of decision are not taken entirely on merit, so you must also consider other factor : office politic, job security, etc. This is especially true if you bring a disruptive solution to the table.

Usually when I suggest OSS stuff i get "You and your Open Source
stuff... it's so much easier when you can just blame a software company when
it doesnt work."

Yep. You are facing the CYA (Cover Your A**) attitude. There is not much you can do about it because, apparently, people in charge have chosen not to take responsability for the IT solution they are supposed to provide.

Doc Searl (a Linux Journal columnist) often talk about how Linux is making headway in DIY (Do It Youself) IT department. While I agree with him that Linux and OSS is very empowering for people willing to take their IT in their own hand, it must always be kept in mind that this attitude is not generalized. I would tend to believe there are more CYA IT shop than DIY one.

Considering you seem to be of the DIY breed, I suggest you start looking for opportunity outside of your current employer. I understand that, as an high school student, you may not have much choice of employer. But at least keep in mind that there _is_ people taking IT in their own hand, and look for opportunity with these people.

I get the impression that the person I work with doesn't
take it too seriously. Maybe it's because a high school student is
recommending it to him, but, i also have a job with one of the other schools
in the same district, so i must be doing *something* right, hah.

Your student status certainly does not help. Considering the handicap you start with, building credibility will be an uphill battle ...

On the other hand, I am surprised to see an high-school student as eloquent and (apparently) capable with Linux. I'll hire you in a heart-beat (if I where in a position to hire, that is). :)

Regarding your employer, I think the best way to introduce OSS in such an environment is to propose non-disruptive pilot project. The fact that OSS have no upfront acquisition cost make them ideal for these projects. Try to find where IT is currently lacking and propose to test a pilot to fix it. Insist on the fact that there is no cost involved beside some discarded hardware and your time. Also insist that you are taking full responsability for the well-being of the project. That way:

1. It will not be their problem (it will be yours), and

2. It will cost (next to) nothing, so why not ?


Good luck with your advocacy. If you are willing to discuss specific projects, I am sure the list would love to hear about it. Maybe we can help make a better case for OSS in your organization.

Regards,

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