In this article written in 2004 Jimmy clarifies this frequently asked question.
http://jimmywales.com/2004/10/21/free-knowledge-requires-free-software-and-…
Someone reminded me of this post in another list I am subscribed.
thought it is relevant in this list as well. some of the active
wikimedians in India do not use free software.
Hope they will migrate soon.
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GN