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Alternatives to SourceForge for Larger Projects?

DavonZ asks: "I have recently requested hosting from SourceForge for andLinux, a Windows based Linux distribution. Since andLinux is essentially an operating system, it is quite large (500MB for the first release), and SourceForge rejected the hosting request due to its size. Since andLinux will allow handheld development environments to be 'plugged in', hosting it could require gigs of space. I have looked into alternative distribution methods like ed2k and Bittorrent, but the FUD associated with such distribution methods can slow adaption of the project. I have also considered purchasing hosting, but that is costly, would require donations and the project is not yet presentable for even beta release...at least not yet. What alternatives to SourceForge are available for large projects like this that include the 'bells and whistles' that SourceForge has (CVS, forums, mailing lists, bug tracking, etc.)?"

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  1. Re:No, sourceforge is closed source by mrchaotica · · Score: 0, Flamebait
    For real entertainment, try digging up Eric Raymond's statement about the closing of the SourceForge code, where he furiously spins it as a glorious victory for open-source.
    Well, it is a glorious victory for Open Source! It's just a terrible defeat for Free Software, that's all. They're two completely different things, and have opposing goals, you know.
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    "[Regarding the 'cloud,'] ownership was what made America different than Russia." -- Woz