If the success of a conference can be judged by the duration of the conversations that follow from it, LinuxCon was a hit beyond measure. Here it is, two weeks later, and the repercussions are still being felt. Linux geeks are still debating the ballooning of the Linux kernel — inspired by Linus Torvalds’ remarks at the event — but that’s not all. What we might call “The Great Sexism Debate” gained considerable fuel there and, in fact, is now raging out of control. Put those safety glasses on!
