Group: Manchester/FAQ
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions with Answers
Questions we get asked and the answers we give.
Q: What free software is there for the Microsoft Windows OS?
The OpenDisc, "is a high quality collection of open source software (OSS) for the Microsoft Windows operating system.". Their ideals differ from ours, they don't believe in paying for software. But they have a good list of programs, divided in sections of design, games, internet, Multimedia, productivity and utilities.
Open Source Windows, "A simple list of free, open-source software for Windows.".
The FSF have a page, Free Software replacements for proprietary applications on the Microsoft Windows OS.
Cygwin describes itself as "a Linux-like environment for Windows.". It basically gives you the power of a GNU/POSIX system on Windows. It has a package management system with large repository of software.
- MFS personal recommendations
- Web browsing - Firefox
- Email - Thunderbird
- Media Player - VLC
- GNU system - Cygwin
Q: How can you make money from free software?
The purpose of a free software licence is to give the user freedom. It is not about giving away software at zero price. It is not about not making money.
- 101 Ways to Make Money off Open Source. Some ideas for making money, though many of them are not freedom loving. Posted by David Kaufman to the FSB mailing list.
- How To Get Paid For Copyleft Art. Some/all can be translated to software. Posted by Dave Crossland to the FSB mailing list.
