Debian developers delay over funding
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The latest Debian release has reportedly been delayed because volunteer developers are being snubbed over funding.
Debian versions 4 - named Etch - was due to be launched on December 4th. Although already delayed, the Debian files are apparently ready for release - but with no set launch date.
According to Debian release manager, Andreas Barth, a recent experimental funding move has rankled volunteer coders.
Under the funding experiment, called Dunc Tank, key coders would be paid for their time, while other vounteers would receive nothing.
Seventeen coders, led by Joerg Jaspert, previously issued a statement of dissatisfaction, indicating that a the funding had introduced a two-tier system.
This had led to a demoralisation of Debian developers, with the result that many have either already, or are in the process, of moving to other projects.
While Debian has a long history of delayed releases, the loss of key developers raises questions about Debian’s future as a Linux distro.
