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Is It Time For Open Source to Start Charging For Access?

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A long-time tech reporter argues that open source projects should start charging for access, as relying on one-off charity donations is unsustainable. This proposal has sparked debate in the tech community, with some questioning the fairness of charging for access to open source software. The idea is that charging for access could provide a more stable revenue stream for open source projects, allowing them to continue developing and improving their software.