EDUCAUSE Review Articles, Open Source, and Applications Development

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Open Source 2010: Reflections on 2007

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Title:Open Source 2010: Reflections on 2007 (ID: ERM0712)
Author(s):Bradley Wheeler (Indiana University)
Origin:EDUCAUSE Review Articles (2007)
Type:Articles, Papers, and Reports
Abstract:

Has the vision proffered for "Open Source 2007" been realized? Will 2010 mark continued progress in the collaborative development of applications software—perhaps one of the most potent tools for addressing the challenging trends confronting IT in higher education?

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How Is Open Source Special?

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Title:How Is Open Source Special? (ID: ERM05210)
Author(s):Mitchell Kapor
Origin:EDUCAUSE Review Articles (2005)
Type:Articles, Papers, and Reports
Abstract:

The author discusses the positive and negative aspects of open source.

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Open Source 2007: How Did This Happen?

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Title:Open Source 2007: How Did This Happen? (ID: ERM0440)
Author(s):Bradley Wheeler (Indiana University System)
Origin:EDUCAUSE Review Articles (2004)
Type:Articles, Papers, and Reports
Abstract:

Institutions are in search of a new model to fund application software. Community source projects—based on open source philosophy and licensing—offer promise for developing sustainable economics and for advancing the frontiers of innovation.

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The Muscles, Aches, and Pains of Open Source

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Title:The Muscles, Aches, and Pains of Open Source (ID: ERM03611)
Author(s):Ann E. Stunden (University of Wisconsin-Madison)
Origin:EDUCAUSE Review Articles (2003)
Type:Articles, Papers, and Reports
Abstract:

The author discusses the options of using software applications developed by established companies versus the collaborative open source route.

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