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Free Software Foundation

The latest Bulletin is now online. It covers an interview with two JShelter developers, a glance behind the scenes of the tech team’s work at LibrePlanet, an article on the blessings of OSM during the earthquake in Turkey, and much more. See magazine.fsf.org/2023-spring/ #WorkingTogether

Free Software Foundation

Technology is at the heart of what we do, and even though we see it used to encroach freedoms, we KNOW it can also set you free. Thanks to our tech team the FSF operates in freedom. Support #FreeSoftware fsf.org

Free Software Foundation

The dream is to do all our computing in freedom. Through the efforts of every single person working toward this vision, we are able to achieve it piece by piece. If you are able, please participate by becoming an associate member of the FSF and help yourself and others achieve this dream. #WorkingTogether

Free Software Foundation

Can I have a GPL-covered program and an unrelated nonfree program on the same computer? "Yes." <-- That's it! That's the full answer. Read it on gnu.org and check out other FAQ answers at u.fsf.org/3ku #GNUGPLFAQ

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Free Software Foundation

The dream is to do all our computing in freedom. Through the efforts of every single person working toward this vision, we are able to achieve it piece by piece. If you are able, please participate by becoming an associate member of the FSF and help yourself and others achieve this dream. #WorkingTogether

Free Software Foundation

Unsure how to tell others about free software? Buttons are a great conversation starter. u.fsf.org/3lv "Ask me about free software -- It's all about freedom."

Free Software Foundation

Let's work on the LibrePlanet wiki 🌐 together on July 26! ✏️ u.fsf.org/405 | The LibrePlanet wiki is a valuable resource for anyone interested in free software. The wiki has resources for everything from finding and connecting with local free software teams to handy repositories of free software advocacy materials for helping educate those around you. Let's work together to improve this valauble community resource. | #WorkingTogether #LibrePlanet #FreeSoftware

Free Software Foundation

We're rebooting the current member drive with an extension goal to gain twenty-five new members by July 28. For those who join as new members during this time, we have a fancy genuine wood GNU sticker to reward you for supporting the FSF. Check it out at fsf.org/appeal/ Also, read about all the cool stuff we've been doing during this fundraiser at u.fsf.org/406 #WorkingTogether #FreeSoftware

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Free Software Foundation

We are rebooting the July membership drive to run for one final week from today. For this extension, our goal is twenty-five new members by July 28. For those twenty-five new members, you will be receiving the usual member benefits as well as a special limited-supply genuine wood GNU head sticker. Join now via fsf.org/appeal/ #WorkingTogether

An iconic GNU head made out of wood. It&#39;s a sticker.
Free Software Foundation

Did you know that malicious Web sites can identify you through fingerprinting or use other tactics for tracking your activity? #JShelter aims to improve the privacy and security of your Web browsing. #FreeJS u.fsf.org/3gc

The JShelter logo, an stylized orange crab with the word JShelter underneath
Free Software Foundation

Our favorite one-of-a-kind Baby GNU is small, soft and poised, and ready to migrate onto your computer desk, bookshelf, or bed: shop.fsf.org/gear/stuffed-baby #WorkingTogether

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TECC 🌱

@fsf This! A GNU and a Linux Plushy together :mastoblush:

Free Software Foundation

Why GPL? "Using the GNU GPL will require that all the released improved versions be free software. This means you can avoid the risk of having to compete with a proprietary modified version of your own work." More at u.fsf.org/3kr #GNUGPLFAQ

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Joshua N. Ruiz

@fsf

I feel like AGPL should also get more attention in addition to GPL

gnu.org/licenses/agpl-3.0.en.h

Free Software Foundation

Have you always wanted to work at an organization that puts people and freedom at its center? The FSF is seeking a full-time deputy director: u.fsf.org/3vp #job #fedijobs #joboffer

Free Software Foundation

Privacy lover, protect yourself from surveillance with ease and panache with this slick webcam guard: shop.fsf.org/stickers/antisurv #WorkingTogether

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Free Software Foundation

We recently published a transcript of "The state of software patents in 2022" by FSF licensing volunteer Panos, which was given during the 2022 LibrePlanet conference. The talk covers many important basics about patents and software patents in particular: u.fsf.org/3zr

Free Software Foundation

Let's work on the LibrePlanet wiki 🌐 together on July 26! ✏️ u.fsf.org/405 | The LibrePlanet wiki is a valuable resource for anyone interested in free software. The wiki has resources for everything from finding and connecting with local free software teams to handy repositories of free software advocacy materials for helping educate those around you. Let's work together to improve this valauble community resource. | #WorkingTogether #LibrePlanet #FreeSoftware

Free Software Foundation

Seeking knowledge to leverage the freedoms of the GNU operating system? "Introduction to the Command Line" has everything you need to get started in the command line. Buy the book! u.fsf.org/29l #GNUPress Of course, there is a PDF for download via u.fsf.org/3lt

Free Software Foundation

Our Emacs deluxe bundle is back and summer proof! It includes a copy of the Emacs Reference Manual, an Emacs mug, a handy reference card of Emacs commands, and ten stickers -- PLUS an Emacs logo T-shirt in your size AND the GNU baseball cap: shop.fsf.org/tshirts-hoodies/e #WorkingTogether

Photo of the Emacs shirt, five Gnu Emacs stickers, five Emacs logo stickers, a mug with the Emacs logo, a GNU baseball cap, and the GNU Emacs Manual
Free Software Foundation

The command line can save hours of tedious work. Learn how to use it, with Introduction to the Command Line. Only $20! u.fsf.org/29l #GNUPress Interested in the PDF instead? We got you covered, because the link to the source file is on the same page.

Free Software Foundation

Whether by developing free software for a wheelchair or by sharing the free software message on a microblog, we are all working together for free software. Let's take a moment to appreciate all the efforts made for the cause. #WorkingTogether

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