1. Michele@dspace.org Open source is a development method for software that harnesses the power of distributed peer review and transparency of process. The promise of open source is better quality, higher reliability, more flexibility, lower cost, and an end to predatory vendor lock-in. -Open Source Initiative

2. Michele@dspace.org Becoming more prevalent

3. Michele@dspace.org University Library users

4. Michele@dspace.org Who owns the copyright? Hackers are developing these systems Can I get support when I need it? Do I trust open source code to have integrity? How do I know the community will exist over time? It’s Free Common perceptions

5. Michele@dspace.org Not all OSS is created equal Vibrant and active community Level of adoption Dependency on one organization Number of developers participating Service provider network What is the software license Managed by independent organization

6. Michele@dspace.org Role of independent organization Very lightweight Directed, community source model Legal owner of the copyright Mission centric Provide guidance, support and infrastructure

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8. Organization structure Min $500k operating budget No developers

9. Michele@dspace.org DSpace historical funding

10. Michele@dspace.org What will the OSS landscape in higher ed look like?...many more on the way