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The problem with F/OSS in the DoD is supportability. If the software is fielded, there has to be someone (person or company) that's on stand-by that is availabl
by barneygumble742 10y ago
The problem with F/OSS in the DoD is supportability. If the software is fielded, there has to be someone (person or company) that's on stand-by that is available to support the product. This includes code maintenance and information assurance. There's a constant fair amount of personnel turn-over but the information and personnel to support the fielded software should be readily available.
- jimktrains2 10y ago> The problem with F/OSS in the DoD is supportability. If the software is fielded, there has to be someone (person or company) that's on stand-by that is available to support the product. So, hire someone? This is basically what RedHat does. F/OSS doesn't mean you can't pay people to support it.
- barneygumble742 10y agoYes and no. Depends on the project's importance and funding. It's always about funding.