When we talk about web software and services, what do we mean by

“Free?”

Describing software and services as “free” is ambiguous. Why?

1. Ambiguous meaning of “free” in English language

2. Intentional ambiguity on the part of software creators

3. Lack of understanding of historical and technical issues

“Free” as in “No Cost / Gratis” vs.

“Free” as in “Open” vs.

“Free” as in “Freedom”

What are some “no cost / gratis”software applications and

services that you use?

What is “Open Source” or“open” software?

How is “Open Source” software “Free?”

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What do we mean by “Freedom?”

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Open Source != No Cost / Gratis != Freedom

Apples != Bathtubs != Hand Grenades

So what?Why does any of this matter to

educators?http://youtu.be/se-iE6gfoIo?t=18s

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Questions?

Thank you!

Royce Kimmonsroyce@kimmonsdesign.com

http://twitter.com/roycekimmons