Resources
Getting started
The challenge to transition to free and open source software (FLOSS) can easily feel quite overwhelming: where do I start? Do I have the necessary technical skills?
At OpenTech(AUC) we believe that there are many ways to move away from Big Tech, and that everyone, regardless of their skill, can find their own entry-level project.
On this page, we present a “menu” of “steps to towards more freedom”, from which everyone can pick their own projects, ranging from “free your browser” (relatively low skill) to “change your operating system” (relatively high skill).
We strongly believe that the best way to explore free digital alternatives, is to do so together. So please do get in touch with us, either in our weekly get-together in the AB, or in our Matrix Space. We are happy to help.
Terminology
| Terminology | Definition | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Piece of code able to be run on a computer | web broswer, code editor, PDF reader |
| Process | Procedure of running a program on a specific computer | |
| Protocol | Common language spoken by applications over a network | HTTP, email, SMS, ActivityPub, AT, Matrix |
| Fork | Your own modified copy of a piece of software | ForgeJo is a fork of GiTea |
Give me alternatives!
- https://switching.software
- https://prism-break.org
- https://www.privacyguides.org
- https://codeberg.org/teaserbot-labs/delightful
- https://directory.fsf.org/wiki/Main_Page
I need help
Drop by at one of our meetings! We can help you in person.