Able Quote by Richard Stallman
“To be able to choose between proprietary software packages is to be able to choose your master. Freedom means not having a master.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Software freedom, 1999
Choosing software freely means not being enslaved by proprietary masters.
In simple terms: Freedom means no master over software.
Key Takeaway
Prefer open source for autonomy.
Themes
freedom
software
choice
Mood
critical
empowered
Type
technical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- software development
- IT procurement
- policy making
Key Concepts
open source
digital rights
Questions to Reflect On
- What software choices limit you?
- How does open source empower you?
A Different Perspective
Open source may lack support or compatibility.
