> Very interesting self promotion by the author.  I noticed 
> Russ stated he
> was a Linux evangelist for 14 years.  Wasn't Linux introduced 
> in 1991?  
> Also states he has been a Linux user since 1995.
You read too swiftly. Slow down and absorb before you write.
He stated he worked at Digital for 14 years 
(interpretation: he believes he is a super geek for working at Digital),
and has been using Linux since 1995.