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“GNU, which stands for Gnu's Not Unix, is the name for the complete Unix-compatible software system which I am writing so that I can give it away free to everyone who can use it.” quote by Richard Stallman
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“GNU, which stands for Gnu's Not Unix, is the name for the complete Unix-compatible software system which I am writing so that I can give it away free to everyone who can use it.”

Richard Stallman

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Source Speech: GNU Manifesto, 1985

Explains GNU as free, Unix-compatible software to share freely.

In simple terms: GNU provides free, compatible software for all.

Key Takeaway

Promote and use free software.

Themes

freedom software collaboration

Mood

enthusiastic technical

Type

technical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • software development
  • education
  • community building

Key Concepts

open source intellectual property

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can free software stay viable?
  • What motivates you to contribute?
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