• doctorcrimson@lemmy.today
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    11 months ago

    It's kind of weird that Gabe Newell et al shows this much support and appreciation for the long term future than most of the people from his generation, referring more to when he entered the industry than when he was born. In theory, he could profit more in the now instead of investing in a future he might not be around to enjoy, but instead chose the high road.

    It's also kind of weird that a person not being scum in a position of power is weird to me. Pretty low standard we've set for humanity.

  • KptnAutismus@lemmy.world
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    11 months ago

    a good product is the best advertising. make linux usable as a daily driver, and people come flowing in from the shithole that is windows.

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    11 months ago

    The reverse is equally true, if not more: Linux and Free Software are Wonderful Contributors To Valve Business. You know the expression about "standing on the shoulder of giants." Anyway, kudos to Valve. Don't become evil like the other big tech co's.

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    11 months ago

    Thousands of selfless individuals contribute to FOSS
    Tech journos: 🥱
    Some profit-driven business contributes to FOSS
    Tech journos: ✊🍆💦💦💦😩