15 Feb
2021
15 Feb
'21
12:31 a.m.
On 2/14/21 9:51 PM, Louigi Verona wrote:
Regarding some of the advantages of FLOSS, mentioned
in this thread, I
would say that some of them are questionable. A couple were mentioned, but
mainly long-term support. That proprietary software becomes obsolete. I
have to say that I find this argument to be unconvincing.
Indeed, however ensuring that development can continue can be crucial.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SCORE_(software)#Abandonment is a prime
example. When Prof. Smith passed away, so died any means to continue the
software that is still in widespread use.
recently leaned that from https://youtu.be/XGo4PJd1lng?t=976
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robin