Open-Source Software Is in Crisis
A new saga is unfolding in the open-source realm. Matt Mullenweg, founder of open-source web content management system WordPress, which powers about 40 percent of the world’s websites, has accused WP Engine, a hosting provider for WordPress-built websites, of violating WordPress trademarks. They’re currently embroiled in a legal battle.As Mullenweg wrote in a post on his personal website, “We offered WP Engine the option of how to pay their fair share: either pay a direct licensing fee, or make ...
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