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Development and Use of Open Source Software in India

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The information technology (IT) landscape in India has been dominated by proprietary software over the years, influencing various aspects of technological developments. However, recently, a growing number of government agencies and software companies are moving away from using proprietary software towards other valuable alternatives such as open source software (OSS). The proliferation of OSS in India has led to the development of various forms of technological dialogues and the creation of universally accessible resources that are developed by communities for the benefit of the society.

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  1. Meera Sarma
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  1. Brunel University, UK

    Bidit Dey

  2. Northumbria University, UK

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Sarma, M. (2016). Development and Use of Open Source Software in India. In: Dey, B., Sorour, K., Filieri, R. (eds) ICTs in Developing Countries. Palgrave Macmillan, London. https://doi.org/10.1057/9781137469502_8

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