FAQ
Think of the questions your customers ask most frequently and write them here along with the answers.
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Q: What is a Open Source? A: Open Source is the idea that software isn't something that should be locked up and witheld from innovation and participation. One important tenant is that anyone can view and change the source code, but if they make the updated or changed program public, they must give credit back to the previous program. Another tenant is that once you have an Open Source product, you can usually install it onto as many computers as you wish.
Q: What are the benefits of Open Source over other software? A: The first benefit is the cost, both immediately and in the future. Second, most open source update and upgrade automatically with an internet connection. Finally, as mentioned above, you don't have to pay for multiple liscences to install programs on multiple computers.
Q: What kind of applications fall under Open Source? A: There are several different applications, including, but not limited to: Office Suites, Web Browsers, Email Servers, Disc Burningm Virus Protection, and even whole Operating Systems!
Q: What if I something doesn't work? A: Frankly, no one at Open Source Nashville is going to make you pay for Software that will not work on your computer, but we will attempt to make the software work optimally.
Q: What if something isn't available in Open Source? A: Open Source doesn't cover every possible situation, but it does cover a lot. However, the universe for Open Source is expanding every day. If it doesn't exist now, it very likely will in a few months and beyond.
Q: What are the costs involved? A: There's still no such thing as a free lunch, but we believe that you will pleasantly surprised when you compare the costs of Open Source to many proprietary application. Another benefit is that some open source applications work in ways which will surprise you. Sometimes one open source program can replace several proprietary programs.