Open Matters Podcast
Open Matters Podcast
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Exploring open-source, digital standards, and why openness matters
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The podcast centers on topics surrounding open-source technology, digital document standards, and the significance of openness in tech evolution. Episodes like 'What is a Document?' discuss the history and development of various document formats, highlighting the importance of open formats such as .ODT and .XML for future technology.
Exploring open-source, digital standards, and why openness matters
Open source is “free”—so why do serious teams pay for it? In this episode, Eloy Crespo breaks down the real value behind paid open-source offerings: support, SLAs, performance, security, compliance, integrations, and long-term sustainability.
We cover:
- “Free as in beer” vs. “free as in freedom”—what businesses actually buy
- Why support, SLAs, and accountability matter at scale
- Interoperability, open standards, and avoiding vendor lock-in
- Real-world examples of starting “free” and moving to paid
- How open source stays sustainable (and why it needs funding)
If you’ve ever asked or been asked “why pay for free software?”, this is your answer.
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