target audience: TECH BUYER  Publication date: Jun 2024 - Document type: IDC Perspective - Doc  Document number: # US51834224

Evaluating the True Cost of Open Source Software

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  • Karen D. Schwartz Loading
  • Katie Norton Loading
  • Michele Rosen Loading

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  • Executive Snapshot

    • Figure: Executive Snapshot: Evaluating the True Cost of Open Source Software

  • Situation Overview

    • How Can My Organization Calculate the True Cost of Open Source?

    • Up-Front Costs

    • Post-Deployment Costs

    • Other Cost Factors

    • Making Sense of the Cost Equation

  • Advice for Technology Buyers

  • Learn More

    • Related Research

    • Synopsis