What does free/open source have to do with Martus?
What is open source software, and why is it important? Open source software can be loosely defined as software building blocks that are distributed free of charge as either source code or in compiled form. The basic idea behind open source is very simple: when programmers can read, redistribute and modify the source code for a piece of software, the software is more trustworthy and evolves more quickly than in proprietary software development. Martus tools are designed as free/open source software programs, built on top of open source tools. Martus customers see three distinct advantages to the open source implementation: • Potential Martus users or designated experts working on their behalf can examine the code, promoting transparency. The Martus commitment to open source allows for this examination. • Through the use of open source tools, Martus is offered as free software. Many NGOs are not able to afford commercial, non-pirated software. Furthermore, these organizations cannot affo
What is open source software, and why is it important? Open source software can be loosely defined as software building blocks that are distributed free of charge as either source code or in compiled form. The basic idea behind open source is very simple: when programmers can read, redistribute and modify the source code for a piece of software, the software is more trustworthy and evolves more quickly than in proprietary software development. Learn more about more about free software here, and about open source here. Martus tools are designed as free/open source software programs, built on top of open source tools. Martus customers see three distinct advantages to the open source implementation: • Potential Martus users or designated experts working on their behalf can examine the code, promoting transparency. The Martus commitment to open source allows for this examination. • Through the use of open source tools, Martus is offered as free software. Many NGOs are not able to afford co
