The Five most popular corporate open-source programs

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"We all know that lots of companies use open-source software. Trying to get a handle on what open-source programs they use can be a little harder. That's why OpenLogic, an open-source software support company's recent report on both their growth and what programs businesses are asking for help with is interesting.

"In general, OpenLogic is continuing to grow while many other businesses are stuck in the doldrums of the bad economic times. According to the company, "OpenLogic's new customer growth was strong as bookings increased 86% over 2008." While, "renewal bookings grew by 40% over 2008.""

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