APDIP and IOSN Release Publication on Free/Open Source Software Network Infrastructure and Security
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FOSS: Network Infrastructure and Security |
Working via information networks such as the Internet, intranet and LANs has increased the possibilities of communicating with a wide range of individuals and communities across long distances. The free and open source software (FOSS) movement is both shaped by network information environments, in particular the Internet, and it has, at the same time, influenced these networks significantly.
Although there are numerous benefits from being locally and globally networked there are also a number of critical factors involved in networking. Being able to respond to these risks demands a high level of network design and maintenance, making developing countries particularly vulnerable to these risks. Due to its high degree of flexibility, FOSS provides a cost saving and excellent platform for responding to these critical factors.
The e-primer also contains useful tips on network planning, design and development, which will help to diagnose and solve problems that occur while running a network. This is especially helpful for network managers who are thinking about setting up or have already have set up a network using FOSS.
This publication is part of the FOSS e-Primer Series produced by the International Open Source Network (IOSN). IOSN is an initiative of the UNDP Asia-Pacific Development Information Programme and supported by the International Development Research Centre of Canada.
Related Links
Other resources on FOSS and Networks
Book Review by Fred Noronha in the Free Software Magazine
FOSS e-Primer Series
FOSS: A General Introduction
FOSS: Education
FOSS: Government and Policy
FOSS: Localization
FOSS: Open Standards
FOSS: Licensing
All APDIP e-Resources
About the International Open Source Network (IOSN)
IOSN Portal
The International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
The International Telecommunication Union
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