Hidden cost of open-source
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Hidden cost of open-source - what are the key cost drivers when open-source software is used?
Companies and startups, in particular, are usually looking for savings and therefore software offered free of charge is the natural choice for them. Open-source software is free of a license fee, yet it doesn't mean that using it is completely costless. How expensive it is? As always - it depends and precise calculations required in-depth knowledge of the company and the development team. Still, let's take a closer look at the cost drivers leaving out the precise calculations.