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How much does it really cost to use open source software?
Original: How much does it cost to use open source software?
Google has published an explainer examining the real costs of using open source software, arguing that while the code itself is free, organisations still pay in engineering time, maintenance, security patching and support. The piece walks through hidden expenses businesses often overlook when adopting freely available software, and has drawn attention for framing 'free' software as rarely cost-free in practice.
Why now: Debate over hidden maintenance and security costs of open source adoption is a live concern for companies weighing it against proprietary alternatives
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- How much does it cost to use open source software? · blog.google
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