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> It is sad though, that no start-up would consider building a self-hosted version that'd keep all data local, instead wanting to offer it in SaaS form. i don'
by stefs 10y ago
> It is sad though, that no start-up would consider building a self-hosted version that'd keep all data local, instead wanting to offer it in SaaS form.
i don't think that'd be automatically true. if there were enough security conscious users to create a market for a product like this, someone would provide.
- rocqua 10y agoThe buisiness model really sucks though, because its hard to get people to pay for self-hosted stuff. On the other hand, people seem more amenable to a subscription. This has the added benefit of possible adds and even gathering data of users. The issue is exacerbated by the almost sure to be available open-source gratis software. Presuming the software is under-maintained.
- stefs 10y agoi had actual client software in mind. i.e. mobile or desktop apps (as in the good old days of shrinkwrap).