This is the first post in a series on open source and it's importance. As the following posts are added to my blog I will link to them from this one.

The quote from Wikipedia is a great introduction to Open Source. Most of the time the term open source is applied only to computer code that is freely available, but it is also a model of operation. By not withholding information or important materials we are able to collaborate on work to ensure a larger, more stable and more amazing product.

Please follow the following links to learn more about open source in our industry:

• Why is open source important to you and/or your business?
• How can open source save you money?
• Why is open source important to technology and the world?
• How do open source software vendors make money?.
• How does Open Technology Solutions utilise open source in their products?