In this book, you will learn where the Open Source movement comes from and what motivates its adherents. You will be introduced to the culture that fuels the movement, as well as the personalities and organizations that promote its growth. You will also understand the strengths of the Open Source movement and how it changes the way in which software is written. In addition, people and organizations wishing to participate in the Open Source world will be given a guide regarding what to do - and what not to do - and why. You do not need to be a technical wizard to read this book. It does not matter if you are an IT manager, a programmer, or just someone who is interested in new trends in technology. This book will peel away the mystery and misunderstandings surrounding the Open Source movement.
- ISBN10 0672319896
- ISBN13 9780672319891
- Publish Date 25 September 2000 (first published 1 January 2000)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 11 June 2010
- Publish Country US
- Publisher Macmillan Computer Publishing (a Pearson Education company)
- Imprint Sams Publishing
- Format Paperback
- Pages 192
- Language English