So who uses Open Source Software

Obviously those looking for no cost software or if programming is necessary keeping the cost down by using a free product. So the list includes:

• teenagers
• college students
• small businesses

But also some unexpected users exist, such as:

• Google
• Yahoo
• Ticketmaster
• The city of Munich, Germany
• and finally Canada's federal government

Up next will be why would someone go this route....

What is Open Source Software?

From the research I can get on the web, open source software (OSS) is computer software which is not only open for the public to use but also for which the source code among other things typically protected by copyright holders. In order to truely be open source software it needs to meet the Open Source Definition. One unique feature is that allows the user to modify the software if they are so inclined and then share either the modified or unmodified version with others. It also may be developed publicly as a collaboration among many users or interested parties.

Next time I will discuss who might be using open source software...

1st ever!

This is it, I am now registered and apparently blogging! Stay tuned for more....

Eric S.