Why pay for Free Software?

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If Open Source solutions are apparently available at no cost, the question arises: why should companies and individuals pay anything to anyone? Join us for a dynamic round-table discussion featuring CEOs from leading Open Source companies as we delve into this essential topic. Our panelists will explore, with stories from our real world experience, the benefits of engaging constructively to contribute to Open Source projects’ viability. We will discuss both positive and negative experiences of open source deployments, and the tension between professional services and maintenance business models in this domain. Whether you’re a seasoned Open Source advocate, a curious entrepreneur, or simply interested in the future of software economics, this session promises valuable perspectives and lively debate on the evolving landscape of free and paid-for Open Source solutions. Join us to gain fresh insights and contribute to shaping the future of how we value and sustain open source innovation.”