| From the GIMP FAQ: "I don’t like the name GIMP. Will you change it?
With all due respect, no. We’ve been using the name GIMP for more than 20 years and it’s widely known. The name was originally (and remains) an acronym; although the word “gimp” can be used offensively in some cultures, that is not our intent. On top of that, we feel that in the long run, sterilization of language will do more harm than good. GIMP has been quite popular for a long time in search engine results compared to the use of the word “gimp”. So we think we are on the right track to make a positive change and make “gimp” something people actually feel good about. Especially if we add all the features we’ve been meaning to implement and fix the user interface. Finally, if you still have strong feelings about the name “GIMP”, you should feel free to promote the use of the long form GNU Image Manipulation Program or maintain your own releases of the software under a different name." So instead of using the name "GIMP" with your easily-offended professor and photographer, use the name "GNU Image Manipulation Program" and move on with your life. Or let them spend their hard earned cash propping up Adobe's stock price. In the end, the developers of GIMP, built it for themselves. If others don't like the app for whatever reason, name included - there are plenty of other alternatives. |