'Open source' is not 'free software'

Posted by bob on Nov 7, 2016 8:28 AM EDT
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In the open source universe, using terms such as FLOSS (Free/Libre and Open Source Software) is common and represents a casual conflation of the terms open source and free software, which are often used interchangeably. I would be remiss if I didn't also admit that I have been guilty of same. read more

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Open Source is also about Freedom. mbaehrlxer 8 2,299 Nov 8, 2016 9:57 AM

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