![]() ![]() While ReactOS isn’t yet complete for everyday use, the developers have made great strides in understanding how Windows itself works. The software has been in development for over a decade, but they’re ready to release version 0.4 which will bring USB, sound, networking, wireless, SATA, and many more features to the operating system. They’re writing their own version of Windows called ReactOS that aims to be binary-compatible with Windows. And, while Microsoft is no Apple when it comes to locking down their source code, their operating system is still, unfortunately, closed.ĭon’t despair, though! There is a project out there that aims to change this. No, they’re not stealing anything or breaking into any computers to obtain Microsoft’s code. The ability to change code to suit one’s needs, the fact that security vulnerabilities can be easier to find, and the overall transparency are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the strengths of using open source software. ![]() There’s a lot to be said for open source software. ![]()
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