The Truth About Open Source: Dispelling Myths and Unveiling the Benefits for Your Business

Open-source software has been around for decades, yet many businesses still hesitate to embrace it fully due to misconceptions and misunderstandings. Despite its growing popularity and widespread use across industries, there are still common myths that prevent companies from leveraging its full potential.

At Bastaki, we’ve worked with numerous businesses to implement open-source solutions, and we’ve seen firsthand the incredible benefits it can offer, from cost savings to greater flexibility. In this blog post, we’ll dispel some of the most common myths about open-source software and highlight how it can benefit your business.

Myth 1: Open Source Software Is Free, but Too Costly in the Long Run

One of the most common myths about open-source software is that it’s entirely “free,” which leads to the assumption that it’s not worth the investment. While open-source software often doesn’t have upfront licensing costs, there are still misconceptions