On Mon, 21 Feb 2005 22:53:26 -0500, Richard June <rjune@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote: > core, n : a central and often foundational part usually distinct from the > enveloping part by a difference in nature. > How about we don't get caught up the text book imagery of the word 'core' . I can do you one better and quote the textbook definition of the word 'fedora'.. and then cry about how fedora core isn't actually the central and often foundational part of a man's wide brimmed HAT. 'Core' like 'Fedora' is just a silly name. Instead of a dictionary, i refer you instead to the objective list spelled out so far for the project: Objectives of Fedora Core: 1. Create a COMPLETE general-purpose operating system with capabilities equivalent to competing operating systems, built for and by a community â those who not only consume, but also produce for the good of other community members -jef
