Open Source Software
Discover the untamed world of open source software, where innovation thrives, collaboration reigns, and the boundaries of technology are constantly being redefined.
The Player Project: A Game-Changer in Robotics
KC Fairlight
The Player Project revolutionizes robotics with its open-source platform, enabling seamless human-robot interaction and fostering global innovation through collaborative development.
Exploring Uzbl: The Minimalist Web Browser
Martin Sparks
Uzbl is a highly customizable, minimalist web browser designed for efficiency and control, popular among tech enthusiasts and developers using Unix-like systems.
The Rise and Fall of Sodipodi: A Forgotten Graphic Design Tool
KC Fairlight
Learn about the history and impact of Sodipodi, an early open-source vector graphics editor that paved the way for Inkscape and revolutionized digital art tools.
Exploring the Dynamic World of Horde: A Digital Symphony of Collaboration and Communication
Martin Sparks
Dive into the world of Horde—a robust, open-source software suite designed to seamlessly integrate emails, calendars, and more into your daily productivity. Discover how community-driven innovation transforms the way we collaborate and communicate.
Exploring Netrunner: A Slice of Digital Freedom
KC Fairlight
Netrunner offers a unique open-source experience that emphasizes usability, privacy, and creativity. Released by Blue Systems in 2010, it's tailored for those seeking freedom from the dominant corporate OS landscape.
OpenHarmony: The Open Source Revolution Liberals Are Afraid Of
Vince Vanguard
OpenHarmony is the revolutionary open-source operating system thrilling tech circles by promising developer freedom and consumer control. Created by the OpenAtom Foundation in 2020, this Chinese brainchild defies monopolistic habits, offering a dynamic alternative.
The Unseen Power of Prosody: A Conservative Take on Communication Software
Vince Vanguard
Prosody is a secure, open-source XMPP server offering privacy-focused communication free from Big Tech's data mining.
Behind the Code: Understanding Formatting Objects Processor
KC Fairlight
Formatting Objects Processor, or FOP, transforms XML into beautiful, readable PDFs. This tech marvel allows seamless data presentation, though its open-source nature sparks ongoing debates.
Gforth: The Programming Language Liberals Don't Want You to Know About
Vince Vanguard
Gforth is an efficient, flexible, and educational open-source programming language that challenges mainstream tech narratives and excels in niche applications like embedded systems.
PacketFence: The Network Security Solution Liberals Don't Want You to Know About
Vince Vanguard
PacketFence is a powerful open-source network access control solution that offers robust security features and scalability, challenging the notion that only expensive proprietary software can protect digital assets effectively.
Why Millennials and Gen Z Should Care About Ejabberd
KC Fairlight
Ejabberd powers seamless messaging by providing an open-source, secure, and customizable server solution. Discover why this unsung hero of communication matters to Gen Z.
The Left's Latest Obsession: Ejabberd and the Open Source Fantasy
Vince Vanguard
Ejabberd, an open-source XMPP server, captivates left-leaning tech enthusiasts with its community-driven approach, despite challenges in accessibility and security.
Exploring the World of Ubuntu GNOME: A User-Friendly Linux Experience
Martin Sparks
Ubuntu GNOME combines the robust Ubuntu OS with the sleek GNOME desktop for a user-friendly, customizable Linux experience.
Globulation 2: Redefining Strategy and Community Gaming
KC Fairlight
Globulation 2 redefined strategy gaming with its unique take on cooperative gameplay and open-source development. As a product of creativity and community, it offers a political metaphor for unity over individualism.
Globulation 2: The Game That Snubs Your Snowflake Sensibilities
Vince Vanguard
Globulation 2, released in the early 2000s, breaks the mold of mainstream gaming with its open-source, real-time strategy twist that encourages players to rely on their own wits. This game is a nod to those who value substance, community, and strategy over flashy aesthetics.