This is a good story, although there are some thoughts that come to mind when I consider what's happening.
It seems as though GUI environments are being treated as second-class citizens. While I live and breathe my command line as I have for years, GUI interfaces run the world. As long as the kids learn GUI interactivity at some point, they'll be better prepared for the world.
But the excitement those kids are getting is that feeling of control, of if-I-do-this-then-that-will-happen, which is a powerful motivator. startx and xmonad can offer a simplicity that would very much appeal to young kids interacting with a computer.
All in all, good for Dad and kiddos. They like doing those things, and Dad is focused on helping them succeed. A winning combination.
It seems as though GUI environments are being treated as second-class citizens. While I live and breathe my command line as I have for years, GUI interfaces run the world. As long as the kids learn GUI interactivity at some point, they'll be better prepared for the world.
But the excitement those kids are getting is that feeling of control, of if-I-do-this-then-that-will-happen, which is a powerful motivator. startx and xmonad can offer a simplicity that would very much appeal to young kids interacting with a computer.
All in all, good for Dad and kiddos. They like doing those things, and Dad is focused on helping them succeed. A winning combination.