Why use Freeware, Open Source or Creative Commons

Freeware, shared, open source work and public domain work has become a worthwhile tool and a powerful movement. Championed by a great many, not the least of is Creative Commons, society is turning away from the corporate giants that have held us captive by their proprietary licences and restrictions.

How many times have I created a new form to make my job easier and shared it with my co-workers? Public domain and freeware at its simplest. What drawing or idea have you freely given away? It really feels good when people appreciate and use the things that we create.

Of course we live in a capitalistic society and our primary reason for being in business is to generate income; however in today's economic climate we need to take advantage of every opportunity given. Freeware, shared, open source work and public domain work provide that opportunity. From entrepreneurs just getting started to established companies looking for ways to smartly tighten their budget I suggest considering using these as tools to help your company.