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The problem with GIMP

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The problem with GIMP

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Technology@beehaw.orgEnglish · 2 年前

The GIMP name controversy, explained

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GIMP was named after a character in Pulp Fiction. More than 20 years later, the name remains controversial and could be holding back the project.

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It should be renamed to GLIMPSE. Gnu/Linux Image Manipulation Program Special Edition
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  YES! 👏👏
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  deleted by creator
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  I liked GLIDE, which was suggested a few years ago, though I can’t remember what the acronym was now

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