Category: Open Source Software
Open source software (OSS) has come a long way since pioneers unleashed the development in the late 80s. These days you don't have to look hard to see examples of OSS being utilized. Businesses use TYPO3 CMS for their web instance, Linux as their operating system, MySQL as their database: it’s an act of liberation.
Unmasking 3 Myths About OSS CMS
When it comes to open source software (OSS), content management systems (CMS) and doing business, some misconceptions stubbornly prevail. It's time to dispel a few of these myths.
OSS and the Call for Professional Support
Not too long ago, proprietary software ruled the roost when it came to websites. Meanwhile, the software landscape has been radically transformed by open source software. With this development, the call for professional support became louder and louder.
OSS vs. Them: Redefining Your Competitive Model
Open source software (OSS) projects often find themselves battling against each other when they should be collaborating. A win for one OSS solution is a victory for us all. Instead of fighting, we should be celebrating each other's wins and tackling our common enemy: proprietary software.
When IT Decision Makers Turn to Open Source Software It’s an Act of Liberation
There are still lots of people who mistakenly believe that open-source software is just about saving money. It’s not. The move to open-source technology is a much more fundamental shift.