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“Control over the use of one's ideas really constitutes control over other people's lives; and it is usually used to make their lives more difficult.”

Quote by Richard Stallman

Book:Free Software, Free Society: Selected Essays of Richard M. Stallman

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Free Software, Free Society: Selected Essays of Richard M. Stallman

This book compiles a selection of essays by Richard M. Stallman, a prominent figure in the free software movement. The essays delve into the philosophy of free software, emphasizing the importance of user freedom and the societal benefits of open-source software. Stallman's writings explore the ethical and practical aspects of software freedom, offering insights into the history and future of the free software movement. more

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Richard Stallman

Richard Stallman, born on March 16, 1953, is a renowned activist. He is one of the founders of the free software movement, the founder of the GNU project, and the founder of the Free Software Foundation (FSF). Stallman is dedicated to promoting the ideas of free software, advocating for users' freedom to use, study, modify, and distribute software. more

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Book:Free Software, Free Society: Selected Essays of Richard M. Stallman

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