On Thu, 14 Feb 2002, Chris Dresel wrote:
> On Thursday 14 February 2002 16:10, you wrote:
> > <peeve type=pet>
> >     Your chosen "Subject:" header is incorrect.  There is no such thing
> >     as "Linux 7.2".  As much as I enjoy the recognition Red Hat has
> >     given to Linux, Red Hat IS NOT LINUX.  Red Hat is a DISTRIBUTION of
> >     the Linux operating system: the kernel and the base software
> >     necessary to run and manage applications in the kernel.  The correct
> >     subject line is: "Red Hat Linux 7.2".
> > </peeve>
> 
> I see someone else got upset at that too...
> Glad to see someone is as observant as me...
> =)

Agreed -- the expression "Linux 7.2" also rubs me the wrong way.

However, the error is understandable, considering the strong marketing
presence of Red Hat and the fact that many distros are currently selling a
7.x release.

Joel