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Introduction to Free Software and Open Source

opensource-logo.thumbnail.jpg This is the first, most important and most prominent module of our Education programme. The purpose of this module is to make people aware of Free Software and Open Source. This is a purely non-technical talk and can be attended by anyone.

Pre Requisites: None

Target Audience: Everyone(even someone who hasn't ever seen a computer can attend).

Talking Points:
  • What is Open Source
  • Open Source in our day-to-day activities
  • How making the source open empowers you; in your daily life
  • What is Free Software
  • History of Free Software and Open Source
  • Terminology used in Open Source
  • How making the source open empowers you; as a computer user

Time duration for the talk: 1.5 hours