Call Prefix : CD

Call Main : Soft - 2006

Location : SEARCA Library

Format : CD-ROM

Publisher : UNDP - APDIP,

Publication Date : 2006

Publication Place : Thailand :

Summary : UNDP Asia-Pacific Development Information Programme (UNDP- APDIP) brought together a distinguished panel of experts to discuss questions such as: What are the clear benefits specific to the adoption of free/ open source software (FOSS) for developing countries? How does the choice of software (FOSS or proprietary) impact the outcomes of ICT enables sustainable development/ What are the proven business models of FOSS development and related services? Should governments play a role in promoting software preferences outside the public sector? Should it be an either or decision either FOSS or proprietary software when public resources are involved?