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Open Source Software

Open source software enables users to use, study, redistribute, and modify software freely. It fosters interoperability by promoting standards-based development and collaboration among stakeholders. Keep up-to-date with the latest practices and tools of open source technology to ensure interoperability in digital public services.

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Last update: 07/06/2024

OSOR mission

OSOR is a place where the Free and Open Source software community can come together to publish news, find out about events, find relevant open source software solutions and read about the use of Free...
European PoliciesOpen Source SoftwareDigital innovation
Last update: 24/08/2023

Knowledge Centre

This page is periodically updated. If you wish to make a contribution, please do not hesitate to contact us by email: EU-OSOR@ec.europa.eu. The Knowledge Centre gives you access to key information...
Observatories
Last update: 06/06/2024

EC Open Source Programme Office

As each EU member state, the Commission has an Open Source Programme Office(OSPO) facilitating activities around the open source.
Open Source SoftwareICT
Last update: 29/11/2023

EUPL

This EUPL collection focuses on open licensing in general. It includes the European Union Public Licence and more: A licensing assistant (the JLA) and guidance for all IT developers, practitioners or users to define the conditions under which a...
LegalReusable Software Components+3 topics
Last update: 21/07/2023

JLA - Find and compare software licenses

A unique tool allowing everyone to compare and select open licences based on their content. 💡 Also available: Joinup Licensing Assistant (JLA) eLearning course.
Last update: 25/03/2024

Introduction to Open Software Licensing course

This free e-learning course provides a solid understanding about software licensing and licence types. It is a European Commission solution.
Culture and educationLicensing

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Last update: 27/09/2024

Simpl platform and open high-value datasets for public sector

The progress of the European Data Strategy brought new oportunites for the develoipment of open source solutions. The former EU administration relied on open source solutions for the Eu Data Spaces settingup: Simpl platform and
eGovernmentEuropean Policies+2 topics
Last update: 25/09/2024

The Global Digital Compact and Open Source

The UN Assembly Backed A Landmark Pact with Strong Push for Open Source Tech
ICTOpen Source SoftwareReusable Software Components

Latest News

Last update: 30/10/2024

OSOR Open Consultation for the draft Open Source Handbook

The Open Source Observatory is launching a one-month consultation to further develop and refine its recently published draft Handbook for public administrations.
Open Source Software
Last update: 28/10/2024

Ireland 2024 Country Report

OSOR has published the latest update to the state of open source software (OSS) in Ireland, following-up on the first report published in 2020.
eGovernmentOpen Source Software