The Open Source Shift in Software: A Gravedigger for Tech Value or Its Ultimate Catalyst?

The traditional tech industry relied on a 'closed-source for profit' model. Taking Microsoft Windows as an example, the company generated immense commercial value in the late 20th century by controlling source code and charging software licensing fees. However, this model gradually revealed issues such as vendor lock-in and delayed vulnerability patches, leading to a significant waste of social resources.

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