Talk:Libre software
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mysql appears to be still free as long as you dont install the enterprise version. The logo does still state the worlds most popular open source database The recent trend does look likes its going commercial :(
- Sven 09:57, 7 Nov 2005 (NZDT)
Please rename to "Libre Software". The term "free" is incorrect/inaccurate & causes more ambiguity & confusion than anything.
"Free" (in some languages) denotes $0, no cost or "Gratis", but does not denote the "Freedom" or "Liberty" aspect or attributes.
Examples:
- OEM windows & hardware drivers are "free" on new systems, but the user does not enjoy the freedom to make changes.
- GNU/GNOME/GPL is free, in the sense that is is both "Gratis" as well as "Libre", in that the users are able to view, modify & redistribute the source (with or without additional restrictions)
- FLOSS is "Free & Libre Open Source Software", Adobe Flash is freeware
--Jaco 18:33, 16 September 2010 (NZST)
Cheers --Jaco 09:31, 17 September 2010 (NZST)
