This research note from the Gartner Group examines — and debunks — some common concerns associated with the use of open-source software in commercial applications. Included in the discussion are . . .

• Myth 1: Nobody controls development
  
• Myth 2: Anyone can change the software, which eventually becomes unstable.
  
• Myth 3: When the lead developer leaves, the project dies.
  
• Myth 4: There is no one to turn to for support.
  
• Myth 5: OSS projects will eventually splinter — like Unix.

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