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I don't see what the big deal is. He's a completely endearing a lovable guy if a bit eccentric, just like all the best in our field. I loved listening to his demo video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAr-xYtBFbY), it had me smiling all the way through.

His joy of experience in knowledge and production and problem solving is what hooked me on computers in the first place.

If you think he's crazy, you should go see Stallman talk.

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The idea that mental illness is nothing more than a label we give to those with a different perception of the world is extremely naive. I used to subscribe to it too until I saw what schizophrenia looks in real life. I don't think I've ever seen a human being more miserable than my friend who has it. The suffering is very real and severe.

There is a very fine line between eccentric and schizophrenic.

So the big deal here imo is that this man was able to do such an amazing work despite his condition.

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