Open source, closed mind
It is a theme popular in science fiction films where the romantic idealism of free information is part of a rebellion against the monopolists of information technology.
IT giants will grow, and be feted by dot.com investors, but there will inevitably be a backlash. Amid the preponderance of propriety software companies like Microsoft, people have sought alternatives.
Free and open-source software has grown in popularity. Once the exclusive realm of computer nerds, it has begun infiltrating the consciousness of even the computer layman.
Unlike proprietary software developers, who do not disclose the source codes of their products, open-source software allows the downloading and use of software for free. Everyone is welcome to help develop the software further.
Open source is a blessing for small enterprises, especially in Asia, who need but cannot afford extensive investment in IT.
Unfortunately, the debate between the use of open-source and propriety software at state institutions has soured and clouded the larger issue of software development.
What should have been a healthy argument over the merits and potential development of information technology in this country has been clouded by accusations of kickbacks and inefficiencies.
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