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Is Open Source Recession Proof?

Posted by ryuzaki0 on from the somebody-submit-a-better-story-please dept.

DaMan writes "ZDNet asks Is open source recession proof? 'So, how might a recession affect open source software? Well, first off, I think that any business model that relies on volunteers could certainly see interest decline if times get tough. There are a lot of businesses that rely on people working for them for free because they get a pay check somewhere else, and I think that a recession would make people question working without getting any dollars in return.'"

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  1. Slow news day much? by DeeQ · · Score: 5, Funny

    somebody-submit-a-better-story-please This made me laugh
  2. Re:They just don't get it. by OptimusPaul · · Score: 5, Funny

    That's gotta suck, bringing down 3 companies like that must really depress you. You should try and get a job with a company to take a job at their competitor. But seriously, I agree, I think that a lot of people will move to support OSS when times are tough. That kind of thing can really beef up a resume, especially if you can prove yourself on these projects.