Freedom Quote by Richard Stallman
“In the free/libre software movement, we develop software that respects users' freedom, so we and you can escape from software that doesn't.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Free Software Manifesto, 1999
Software should respect users' freedom, enabling them to escape restrictive programs.
In simple terms: Free software protects user freedom.
Key Takeaway
Support and use free software.
Themes
freedom
technology
ethics
Mood
advocacy
pragmatic
Type
activist
technical
When to use this quote
- software development
- IT policy
- personal computing
Key Concepts
open source
digital rights
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you encourage others to try free alternatives?
- What barriers exist in your workflow?
A Different Perspective
Adoption faces compatibility and convenience hurdles.
