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Honestly most of the "alternative to" programs do not meet expectations they set by dropping a big known name. So much so, that I think people are doing FOSS di
by RicoElectrico 4y ago
Honestly most of the "alternative to" programs do not meet expectations they set by dropping a big known name. So much so, that I think people are doing FOSS disservice by comparing to those who they can't meaningfully overtake.
The only exceptions could be small single feature utilities.
- graftak 4y agoTo me it seems the “alternative to” part is more damaging in that sense than dropping a big name. The name is used to put a complicated piece of software in a context many people are familiar with. The same thing happens with the “Tinder/Uber/Airbnb for <x>…” type of services. The friction is introduced where it’s not made crystal clear how it’s similar, and which concept are different or missing altogether. Then it will cause unmet expectations. Perhaps it’s better to say “inspired by …” or “similar to …” to make a more precise statement.