With the accelerating adoption of Linux and other Open Source
software by corporations and organizations around the world, many
are left wondering where to find suitable commercial support for
free software. Ayamon is helping to solve this problem with the
announcement of a new website where businesses and individuals can
find commercial support contracts and consulting services for Open
Source software.
There is little doubt that Open Source software is being adopted
by businesses, governments and organizations worldwide at an ever
increasing rate. One of the biggest challenges that remains for the
widespread acceptance of Open Source software, especially in the
business sector, is the perceived lack of available commercial
support options.
Ayamon is helping to bridge the gap between Open Source support
providers and organizations needing their services by providing a
unique website where organizations can search for commercial and
contract support. The website, located at http://www.findopensourcesupport.com,
allows visitors to search for Open Source support options using
criteria such as cost, types of support offered and geographic
location of support providers. Visitors will find the popularity
and feedback ratings left for support providers an invaluable tool
in helping to determine which providers might work best for
them.
The findopensourcesupport.com website is currently being beta
tested and is expected to go live on July 1, 2004. Individuals and
businesses that offer support services for Open Source software may
list their services on the site by registering at http://www.ayamon.com. Individuals who
offer freelance consulting services for Open Source software can
participate in this service free of charge.