That's exactly why Torvols wrote the first linux kernel. He wanted it for himself, and decided to give the source away so people would contribute. I don't thin

That's exactly why Torvols wrote the first linux kernel. He wanted it for himself, and decided to give the source away so people would contribute. I don't think this is limited to just digital items like software. I would absolutely use an open source dishwasher if I could ship my custom design to a manufacturer to build.