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When open source isn't (open enough)

While "open source" refers to software's underlying license and its adherence to the Open Source Definition, there are numerous examples of open-source projects that offer an open license but a relatively closed development process. But is it open enough? It's been called "fauxpen source" and worse, but we may have to get used to it.

Created by lmramshaw 14 years 23 weeks ago – Made popular 14 years 23 weeks ago
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Linux kernel developers: Say no to closed-source modules

http://www.linuxworld.com.au –

"We have just been receiving a constant stream of questions from companies asking how the Linux kernel developers feel about closed-source modules over the past year or so,"