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Open Source vs. Proprietary: Web Server Software

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

On top of proprietary UNIX, people will generally run associated open source server software for web, database and development frameworks. On the open source side, Linux is by far the most popular, with BSD in second place. Also, Apache is showing a clear upward trend, and IIS a clear downward trend.

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Terms and Trends in DIY and Open Source Online Maps

NTEN

The advent of HTML5, CSS3, jQuery, and other modern web technologies has paved the way for new, open source, cross-platform compliant mapping technologies to develop stylish and interactive maps. You could embed a simple Google map on your website or you could invest in a Flash-based mapping tool.

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Study the Data, But Eat the Cakeā€”Put the Human Factor Forward

.orgSource

Predictive modeling reveals future outcomes and trends with greater accuracy than traditional methods, enabling proactive decision-making and change management. Several providers offer open source or limited free access, which is a great way to test options.

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Thoughts on the Future of Open Source and Nonprofits

NTEN

Based on my informal assessment of attitudes and interest in the NTEN community about open source software, I think there's a significant and growing number of folks and organizations who are either interested in, already using, or even evangelizing open source solutions. Current Trends.

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12NTC: Open-Source Mobile Apps for Social Change

Tech Soup

session, Open Source Mobile Apps for Social Change. Pava started off outlining the familiar statistics about mobile's explosive growth , and what those trends mean for nonprofit organizations who are thinking about mobile solutions: Start thinking "mobile first. Why Open Source? Use responsive design.

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Why Nonprofits Should Pay Attention to Web3 and the Metaverse

Nonprofit Tech for Good

It is defined as open-source software that doesn’t require the support of a trusted intermediary and it has no governing body. Nonprofits should care about Web3 and get ahead of the trend to set themselves up for success.

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Itā€™s Not Slowing Down! Data Trends For Social Sector Organizations To Track In 2019

Global Giving

I suspect that this constant growth and change will continue in 2019 and include some important trends. Excellent data tools will continue to get cheaper and easier to use… This trend has been going strong for a while now, particularly as more and more of the data landscape has shifted to using open source tools.

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