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Open Source and Free Software

getagrip_already

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2. There is no such thing as free software.. ;) (mostly)

Reply to Jilly_in_VA (Original post)

Thu Sep 23, 2021, 10:11 AM

Sep 2021

Most come with spyware or adware that will drive you nuts.

The exception to this rule is open source software like gnu, or products that sell into open source markets like 3D printing. Those tend to be solid, community supported titles.

But downloader beware. Some "free" software will cause you more trouble than they are worth.

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9 free software copycats that work better than the real expensive programs [View all] Jilly_in_VA Sep 2021 OP

Research each category: here is MS Office alternatives Tetrachloride Sep 2021 #1

There is no such thing as free software.. ;) (mostly) getagrip_already Sep 2021 #2

Several of the apps listed in the article are open source products. whopis01 Sep 2021 #4

7-zip is awesome and free. Gore1FL Sep 2021 #3

try sharewareonsale.com fizzix137 Sep 2021 #5

This is great, and let me add another alternative to Photoshop. intheflow Sep 2021 #6

search engine ReceirZeff Mar 2022 #7

Spam deleted by MIR Team audreee Jul 2022 #8

Thanks for thanking. marble falls Jul 2022 #9