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The open secret of open washing – why companies pretend to be open source (www.theregister.com)
submitted 4 weeks ago by neme@lemm.ee to c/opensource@programming.dev
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[–] CosmicTurtle0@lemmy.dbzer0.com 64 points 4 weeks ago (2 children)

Open washing enables companies to capitalize on the positive perception of open source and open practices without actually committing to them. This can help improve their public image and appeal to consumers who value transparency and openness.

Saved you a click.

[–] 0day@programming.dev 1 points 4 weeks ago

Like when everyone "went green"

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