From Groklaw [4], an open research database of the case for free & open source's legal legitamacy, and made up of programmers, lawyers, paralegals, and the general public. Combined effort makes it possible to find esoteric technical information and evidence that otherwise might be missed by those with a less technical background. such as; HOW TO Switch from Windows to Linux [5].
Programs on Linux having the same or similar function as a given Windows program [6].
Grokdocs [7] is letting newbies show them what is hard for them, instead of technically proficient people explaining tasks and functions. Proprietary software companies do such usability studies, and they benefit from the knowledge gained. The Free/Open Source community has all that we need to do the same, using the many eyeballs approach, so to speak. Open source ideals applied to research can be very powerful.
Switching to Linux [8]. by Grokdoc, a repository for requirements and tips for those thinking about switching to Linux.
