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“Anyone who puts a small gloss on a fundamental technology, calls it proprietary, and then tries to keep others from building on it, is a thief.”

Quote by Tim O'Reilly

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Tim O'Reilly is a prominent figure in the fields of technology publishing and media. He is known for his contributions to open source software, creative sharing, and digital publishing. more

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