Since 1983, developing the free Unix style operating system GNU, so that computer users can have the freedom to share and improve the software they use.
What is Free Software? - GNU Project - Free Software Foundation
Since 1983, developing the free Unix style operating system GNU, so that computer users can have the freedom to share and improve the software they use.
Linux Took Over the Web. Now, It's Taking Over the World
25 years after Linus Torvalds unveiled Linux, the free operating system is still finding new uses.
The GNU Manifesto - GNU Project - Free Software Foundation
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The GNU Manifesto - GNU Project - Free Software Foundation
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History of free and open-source software
The history of free and open-source software begins at the advent of computer software in the early half of the 20th century. In the 1950s and 1960s, computer operating software and compilers were delivered as a part of hardware purchases without separate fees. At the time, source code—the human-readable form of software—was generally distributed with the software, providing the ability to fix bugs or add new functions. Universities were early adopters of computing technology. Many of the modifications developed by universities were openly shared, in keeping with the academic principles of sharing knowledge, and organizations sprung up to facilitate sharing.
Why Open Source Misses the Point of Free Software - GNU Project - Free Software Foundation
The terms “free software” and “open source” stand for almost the same range of programs. However, they say deeply different things about those programs, based on different values. The free software movement campaigns for freedom for the users of computing; it is a movement for freedom and justice. By contrast, the open source idea values mainly practical advantage and does not campaign for principles. This is why we do not agree with open source, and do not use that term.
When Free Software Depends on Nonfree - GNU Project - Free Software Foundation
When a program is free software (free as in freedom), that means it gives users the four freedoms, so that they control what the program does. In most cases, that is sufficient for the program's distribution to be ethical; but not always. There are additional problems that can arise in specific circumstances. This article describes a subtle problem, where upgrading the free program requires using a nonfree program.
operating system
An operating system is a piece of software that most crucially handles the interoperability between hardware and software as well as between different software programs.
Make - GNU Project - Free Software Foundation
GNU Make is a tool which controls the generation of executables and other non-source files of a program from the program's source files.
When Free Software Isn't (Practically) Superior - GNU Project - Free Software Foundation
The Open Source Initiative's mission statement reads, “Open source is a development method for software that harnesses the power of distributed peer review and transparency of process. The promise of open source is better quality, higher reliability, more flexibility, lower cost, and an end to predatory vendor lock-in.”
Welcome [Savannah]
Savannah is a central point for development, distribution and maintenance of free software, both GNU and non-GNU.
Pop!_OS Linux Operating System | Secure, Customizable & Productive
Explore Pop!_OS, a Linux operating system built for productivity, customization, security, and software compatibility. Free to download from System76.
Nobody Cracks Open a Programming Book Anymore · unix.foo
A sad look at the state of modern programming books.
The Art of Unix Programming
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