Thanks to TWD for this link.
“A cultural revolution is going on in the computer industry, one
that repudiates the very notion of the commercial ownership of
software. It’s called the open-source movement, and its devotees
believe programs shouldn’t be sold, but shared.”
“After about 15 years on the fringes, the movement is rapidly
becoming a force in the industry, given the rise of Linux, a free
alternative to Microsoft Windows and other operating systems. Open
sourcing has captured the attention of the public — and of
business — thanks largely to converts that include Netscape and
Apple.”
“A raft of companies, consultants and enterprises has sprung up
to sell support and backup for open-source programs, earning
millions of dollars on free software.”