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“Shared libraries are the work of the devil, the one true sign that the apocalypse is at hand.” quote by Tom Duff
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“Shared libraries are the work of the devil, the one true sign that the apocalypse is at hand.”

Tom Duff

About This Quote

Source Blog Post: Tech Commentary, 2019

Shared libraries are portrayed as dangerous, reflecting fear of open-source collaboration

In simple terms: Shared libraries seen as a threat to control

Key Takeaway

Question openness and security in software

Themes

technology security openness

Mood

analytical critical

Type

technical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • software development
  • open-source projects
  • IT policy
  • cybersecurity

Key Concepts

computer science philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do shared libraries affect security?
  • What are benefits of open-source collaboration?
A Different Perspective

Open-source can improve security through transparency; fear may be misplaced

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