More governments, companies, and developers are embracing open source—and for good reason. While some still associate open source with hobby projects or lack of support, the reality is quite different. The open source benefits go far beyond cost savings. We tell you what you need to know about open source.
Open source software is software whose code is publicly available. It can be inspected, modified, improved, and redistributed by anyone. This open approach creates a foundation for collaboration, innovation, and transparency.
Open source encourages teams from different backgrounds—private companies, governments, and volunteers—to work together. This leads to faster innovation and shared solutions to common problems. Instead of reinventing the wheel, teams can build on existing projects.
One of the key benefits is transparency. You can see exactly how a tool works, how it handles data, and whether it meets privacy and security standards. This is especially important for government services and organizations that handle sensitive information.
Open source projects are constantly improved by a wide community. Bugs are found and fixed quickly, and updates are often released faster than in closed systems. With many eyes on the code, quality tends to improve over time.
You’re not tied to one vendor. You have the freedom to use the software however you want, host it wherever you like, and adapt it to your specific needs. This reduces dependency and gives organizations more control over their digital tools.
Despite the benefits, open source still faces myths:
"It's not secure"
In fact, open source code is more transparent, which makes it easier to spot and fix vulnerabilities.
“There’s no support”
Many open source projects offer professional support or have large, active communities ready to help.
From governments improving digital services to startups building faster with existing tools, the open source benefits apply across sectors. By choosing open solutions, we promote knowledge sharing, reduce costs, and build better, more trustworthy technology together.
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