Foss Basics
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Free and Open Source Software Martin Bekkelund Norwegian Open Source Competence Center
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Presentation on the basic concepts of Free and Open Source Software
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Free and Open Source SoftwareMartin Bekkelund
Norwegian Open Source Competence Center
What is Free and Open Source Software? (FOSS)
FOSS is like any other software
1. Run2. Study3. Modify4. Share
Fullfreedom
Nofreedom
Proprietarysoftware
PublicDomain
FOSS
Scale of freedom
Cheaper
More freedomIncreased safetyBetter servicesMore flexible
Why FOSS?
How do I buy something that’s free?
Be your own sales person
What to consider when acquiring FOSS
Where to findPerformanceFunctionality
Local service providers
What about the future?
«During 2009, every organization will use FOSS»Source: Gartner, Nov. 18. 2008
«During 2012, 80% of all commercial software will be FOSS»Source: Gartner, Feb. 5. 2008
What is Friprog?
Norwegian Open Source Competence Center
Experiences from Norway
VGBBS
Elkjøp
Questions?
