[luau] [Fwd: Please read: MandrakeSoft's Future]

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Jason

> 
> From: Mandrake Team <return at mandrakesoft.com>
> Date: 2002/12/20 Fri PM 01:30:19 CST
> To: res0oakj at verizon.net
> Subject: Please read: MandrakeSoft's Future
> 
> Flash: MandrakeSoft's Future
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> 
> Many of you have followed the evolution of MandrakeSoft throughout the
> past few years. Everyone who is concerned with the company's future is
> encouraged to read and distribute the following message.
> 
> Despite the many financial challenges of maintaining a fully open source
> business model, MandrakeSoft has always followed the Free Software approach,
> but in this normally joyful holiday season we are experiencing a serious
> short-term cash crisis.
> 
> In order to reach the next release, MandrakeSoft currently needs to raise
> cash and quickly complete an Increase of Capital. Please take a moment to
> read this important message at the Mandrake Linux website:
> http://www.mandrakelinux.com/en/future.php3
> 
> We know you may have read our previous appeals, but if you are truly
> concerned about MandrakeSoft's future, now is the time to mobilize and help
> spread the word.
> 
> With the holidays upon us, a great way to spread some "Linux cheer" is by
> offering the gift of a MandrakeClub membership. The Club is a great way to
> support MandrakeSoft, and to help others too.
> 
> Sincerely,
> 
>     The MandrakeSoft team.
> 
> 
>