Free Software Foundation

Fighting for essential rights and freedoms for computer users since 1985. https://fsf.org

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2024-08-16 12:00:07

Did someone say #encryption? Encryption helps protect the privacy of people you communicate with, and makes life difficult for bulk #surveillance systems. Learn more with our Email Self Defense guide: https://u.fsf.org/1df

2024-08-15 12:30:06

Even though we're able to accomplish a lot with our small team, we need your help to promote #softwarefreedom. Imagine what we can do with just a little more resources. https://www.fsf.org/join #BecomeAnFSFAssociateMember

2024-08-15 02:00:10

Protect developer freedom. Abolish software patents. Learn why software patents are unjust by checking out the new design of our #endsoftwarepatents initiative. https://u.fsf.org/3f-
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2024-08-14 02:15:04

Assigning your copyright to the FSF helps defend the GPL and keep software free. Thanks to Alekseev Nikita, Edgar Vincent, and Toshihiro Umehara for assigning their copyright to the FSF! More: https://u.fsf.org/3ht #CopyrightAssignments

2024-08-14 02:00:04

Did you know that the FSF has a Friends membership tier? It doesn't have all the benefits of the standard or student associate membership tiers, but it does include the option to receive a USB membership card with Trisquel GNU/Linux, an FSF membership badge, access to the member forum, and some other perks, all while supporting software freedom. Read more about the Friends tier: https://u.fsf.org/1m6

2024-08-13 17:45:02

Assigning your copyright to the FSF helps defend the GPL and keep software free. Thanks to Kristofer Hjelmtorp, Christopher Floess, and Seyed Sajad Kahani for assigning their copyright to the FSF! #GCC #Emacs More: https://u.fsf.org/3ht #CopyrightAssignments

2024-08-08 23:30:06

Let's not celebrate #CrowdStrike -- let's point to a better way: https://u.fsf.org/44h

2024-08-08 23:00:07

Help us spread and improve the Boot Software page of the LibrePlanet wiki, which provides information about boot software projects, their usage, and the hardware they can support: https://libreplanet.org/wiki/Group:Hardware/Software/Boot_software

2024-08-08 22:30:04

We need your help. Like many organizations right now, the FSF is suffering from inflation. Gift an FSF associate membership: https://my.fsf.org/gift-a-membership

2024-08-08 22:00:04

Better than Zoom: Try these free software tools for staying in touch https://u.fsf.org/311

2024-08-08 21:15:11

Thank you from the bottom of our GNU little heart! #ThankGNU to Neil Banerjee, Ramana Kumar, Richard Ellwood, Stéphane Bortzmeyer, and Zacchae for their generous contribution to the #fsf Let's fight for freedom together! https://u.fsf.org/3vy
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2024-08-08 17:45:05

2024-08-08 17:39:06

El Free Software Supporter está disponible en español. Para ver la versión en español haz click aqui: https://www.fsf.org/free-software-supporter/2024/agosto
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2024-08-08 17:30:05

Use these resources to find the free software you need, promote the free software you like, and explain to everyone you know why it's essential to use and support free software: https://www.fsf.org/resources/

2024-08-08 13:00:07

"'This equipment is supposed to save your life,' David Burchell, who has type 1 diabetes, told the BBC. 'And basically it broke, just showing a white screen, and I had a panic.'" Read the full article on the importance of software freedom in medical devices: https://u.fsf.org/448

2024-08-08 11:15:10

Thank you from the bottom of our GNU little heart! #ThankGNU to Niko Neufeld, Raffael Stocker, and Tomas Stary for their generous contribution to the #fsf Let's fight for freedom together! https://u.fsf.org/3vy
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2024-08-08 02:15:05

2024-08-08 02:00:09

Do you know what's in your software? The FSF is fighting every day for your right to control your computer. Start the conversation in your community and encourage your friends to join the FSF! https://www.fsf.org
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2024-08-07 23:30:05

It sometimes surprises people that the FSF does all its work with only eleven staff members. Well, we are blessed with the support of a crew of fantastic volunteers!

2024-08-07 23:00:07

Frequently asked question we receive from developers: "How can I allow linking of proprietary modules with my GPL-covered library under a controlled interface only?" Read the #GPLFAQ answer and inform yourself and your team at: https://u.fsf.org/3uu
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2024-08-07 22:30:05

Register your Software Freedom Day event to be part of the worldwide celebration of free software on September 21: https://digitalfreedoms.org/sfd

2024-08-07 22:00:08

Need to know whether a piece of hardware is supported by free software? #hNode has you covered! Its search engine will help you verify #freesoftware compatibility. https://u.fsf.org/3uj
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2024-08-07 21:15:10

Thank you from the bottom of our GNU little heart! #ThankGNU to Beat Straehl, David Almassian, David Klann, Kim Minh Kaplan, and Maks Romih Us for their generous contribution to the #fsf Let's fight for freedom together! https://u.fsf.org/3vy
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2024-08-07 12:00:07

Print out copies of FSF stickers for your own uses, local conferences and more: https://www.fsf.org/resources/stickers

2024-08-07 11:15:12

#ThankGNU! to Christopher Rorvick, David Bruce, David Chapman, Michael Henderson, Nardy Pillards, Robek World, and Steve Tuyizere for helping the FSF continue its goal of educating the public about #freesoftware See a longer list of those who have helped us financially in our advocacy for #SoftwareFreedom and awareness: https://u.fsf.org/3vy
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2024-08-07 02:15:05

2024-08-07 02:00:07

With an associate membership, you can start a Jitsi room and invite whoever you please, whether or not they have an FSF account. You're not handing over your credentials to Apple or Google by proxy Unlike the flagship server, ours does not require a third-party login. It does not use nonfree JavaScript, and it does not recommend nonfree software or browser extensions. https://u.fsf.org/41x https://u.fsf.org/jitsi

2024-08-06 23:30:05

The FSF's efficiency is part of what earned the organization a 100% rating from Charity Navigator during the last three years, plus eight consecutive four-star ratings.

2024-08-06 22:30:05

Did you know that an FSF associate membership funds the certification of free hardware to help you choose a device that respects your freedom? https://ryf.fsf.org/ #BecomeAnFSFAssociateMember

2024-08-06 22:00:08

Read the inspiring story of how Eyüpsultan, Turkey switched to free software, gained independence from proprietary software, and saved money ($$$) in the process! If they did it in their city, your city can do it too! | Read more at: https://u.fsf.org/3m9
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2024-08-06 21:15:10

2024-08-06 20:00:18

We need your help with the GNU Press shop and new member mailings here in Boston! If you're available on August 8 or 13, please email us at resources@fsf.org. For more information: https://www.fsf.org/blogs/community/help-us-with-the-gnu-press-shop-and-new-member-mailings

2024-08-06 17:45:04

Assigning your copyright to the FSF helps defend the GPL and keep software free. Thanks to Alvaro Morales Marquez, Bar Magal, and Bruno Campos Cardoso for assigning their copyright to the FSF! #Emacs #GNUAstro More: https://u.fsf.org/3ht #CopyrightAssignments

2024-08-06 17:30:09

Looking for free software applications for primary school education? We've got you covered! Check out Category/Education/elementary on the #FreeSoftwareDirectory https://u.fsf.org/3u1 #FreeSoftware #FreeSoftwareInEducation
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2024-08-06 14:00:03

Interested in helping #freesoftware users find freedom-respecting programs by updating the Free Software Directory (FSD)? Please consider joining this Friday's upcoming FSD meeting on IRC. Read more at: https://www.fsf.org/events/fsd-20240809-irc #FreeSoftwareDirectory
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2024-08-06 13:00:06

We've heard of the FSF Jitsi Meet server being used for family calls, town meetings, tabletop roleplaying games, and trivia shows. Because we don't spy on you, we rely on you to tell us what you're doing with it. We're always happy to hear stories like this, to know that people are finding one of our membership benefits useful. https://u.fsf.org/41x

2024-08-06 12:30:05

We recently expanded step five of the Freedom Ladder draft on the LibrePlanet wiki with a list of mobile phone apps that respect the user's freedom and are easily adopted. Please adopt, spread and improve this important resource: https://libreplanet.org/wiki/Group:Freedom_Ladder

2024-08-06 12:00:06

Graduation coming up? Looking for a gift? Follow this link to give the gift of an FSF membership: https://u.fsf.org/40t

2024-08-06 11:15:11

2024-08-06 02:15:06

2024-08-06 02:00:09

What is h-node? The h-node project aims at the construction of a hardware database in order to identify what devices work with a fully free operating system. #hNode #freesoftware https://u.fsf.org/l0
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2024-08-05 23:30:06

The FSF has an important role to play for computer users globally for years to come, and we still have a lot of work to do. Can you support our efforts by joining the FSF as an associate member for only $12/month ($6 for students)? https://www.fsf.org/join #BecomeAnFSFAssociateMember

2024-08-05 23:00:07

Want to extend your personal network and connect with other free software activists? Organize a free software group in your region and list it on the LibrePlanet wiki: https://libreplanet.org/wiki/LibrePlanet:Teams/New Write to us at <info@fsf.org> and let us know how we can support your local group and/or events. We can send you materials, promote your group or event, and even send you a speaker or program ideas if you wish.

2024-08-05 22:30:06

We need your help. Like many organizations right now, the FSF is suffering from inflation. Gift an FSF associate membership: https://my.fsf.org/gift-a-membership

2024-08-05 22:00:05

Birthday coming up? Looking for a gift? Follow this link to give the gift of an FSF membership: https://u.fsf.org/40t

2024-08-05 21:15:09

2024-08-05 17:45:06

2024-08-05 17:30:06

The FSF tech team operates sixty-three different services, platforms, and websites. They maintain all the computers and software FSF uses, including obscure things like accounting software, Asterisk telephony software, many websites such as fsf.org, gnu.org, and more. This small team also provides critical services to the GNU System, like email, build servers, release hosting, bug tracking, Git hosting, and servers to various free software projects. Read more: https://u.fsf.org/41z

2024-08-05 13:00:16

Proprietary control over education is growing and it is affecting student's rights to information. Watch and share "The University of Costumed Heroes" and fight for young people's freedom. https://u.fsf.org/fsfheroes
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2024-08-05 12:30:06

Did you know that an FSF associate membership funds the advamcement and maintanance of sixty-three different resources, websites, and services for free software developers and enthusasts? #BecomeAnFSFAssociateMember

2024-08-05 11:15:12

#ThankGNU! to Andy Kopra, Antoine Mercadal, Anush Veeranala, Catalin Francu, John Gilmore, Joseph Pingenot, and Norm Gunn for helping the FSF to promote #freesoftware See a longer list of those who have helped us financially in our advocacy for #SoftwareFreedom and awareness: https://u.fsf.org/3vy
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2024-08-05 02:15:07

2024-08-05 02:00:08

At the FSF, we aim to make free software the norm. Read more: https://u.fsf.org/41z Support the FSF: https://donate.fsf.org #SoftwareFreedom

2024-08-04 22:30:05

The FSF's efficiency is part of what earned the organization a 100% rating from Charity Navigator during the last three years, plus eight consecutive four-star ratings.

2024-08-04 22:00:05

Want to help? Improving and adding to the Free Software Directory at https://directory.fsf.org is an easy way to support the free software community. Join us for meetings every Friday to help us do this crucial work: https://u.fsf.org/3ft

2024-08-04 21:15:10

2024-08-04 17:45:05

2024-08-04 12:30:06

It sometimes surprises people that the FSF does all its work with only eleven staff members. Well, we are blessed with the support of a crew of fantastic volunteers!

2024-08-04 12:00:05

"The FSF-run GNU infrastructure is a great example of free software for the users, funded by the users." -- FSF senior systems administrator Ian Kelling Read more: https://u.fsf.org/41z Support the FSF: https://donate.fsf.org #SoftwareFreedom

2024-08-04 11:15:13

2024-08-04 02:15:06

2024-08-04 02:00:06

Looking for answers about our copyright assignment program? Check out our Contributor's Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) guide, which is meant to help contributors to FSF copyrighted packages: https://u.fsf.org/3f3

2024-08-03 23:30:07

By supporting us today, you help secure the future of software freedom! https://www.fsf.org/join

2024-08-03 23:00:06

Better than Zoom: Try these free software tools for staying in touch https://u.fsf.org/311

2024-08-03 22:30:05

Did you know that an FSF associate membership funds the certification of free hardware to help you choose a device that respects your freedom? https://ryf.fsf.org/ #BecomeAnFSFAssociateMember

2024-08-03 22:00:06

El Free Software Supporter está disponible en español. Para ver la versión en español haz click aqui: https://www.fsf.org/free-software-supporter/2024/

2024-08-03 21:15:10

#ThankGNU! to Adarsh Melethil, David Bruce, Deborah Jackson, James Wilson, Mikael Taipale, Peter Sluka, and Valerio Poggi for helping the FSF continue its goal of educating the public about #freesoftware See a longer list of those who have helped us financially in our advocacy for #SoftwareFreedom and awareness: https://u.fsf.org/3vy
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2024-08-03 17:45:05

2024-08-03 17:30:10

Did you know that the FSF has a PeerTube account? #PeerTube is a decentralized, federated video platform powered by ActivityPub and WebTorrent, and you'll find us on the Framatube instance: https://u.fsf.org/36m
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2024-08-03 13:00:10

Why should we insist on free software in education? "[B]ecause it is the only software that allows them to accomplish their essential missions: to disseminate human knowledge and to prepare students to be good members of their community." Read more: https://u.fsf.org/1dz
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2024-08-03 12:30:06

Did you know that an FSF associate membership funds campaigns such as Defective by Design, Free JavaScript, and Fight to Repair which raise awareness of software freedom issues? #BecomeAnFSFAssociateMember

2024-08-03 12:00:07

Don't let #Apple's new products distract you from their global antitrust claims battle to maintain its subjugation over users globally. Fight for the right to install #freesoftware and put Apple Inc. in its place! https://u.fsf.org/3gf

2024-08-03 11:15:10

2024-08-03 02:15:07

2024-08-03 02:00:07

Remote education does not require giving up rights to freedom and privacy. https://u.fsf.org/32h

2024-08-02 23:30:09

Yvo Brasseur renewed his membership saying: "The world does not realise enough how important your work is for the future. And 140 Euro is 0,38 Euro/ day and 2,69 Euro/week... I can't have a beer for that in Belgium." Become an associate member today for $12/month ($6 for students) and show the world that you cherish software freedom: www.fsf.org/join

2024-08-02 23:00:09

2024-08-02 22:30:07

Register your Software Freedom Day event to be part of the worldwide celebration of free software on September 21: https://digitalfreedoms.org/sfd

2024-08-02 22:00:06

Better than Zoom: Try these free software tools for staying in touch https://u.fsf.org/311

2024-08-02 21:15:12

2024-08-02 17:45:08

2024-08-02 17:30:10

At the FSF, the licensing team is often asked, "What is the difference between an 'aggregate' and other kinds of 'modified versions'?" Read the answer on our #GNUGPLFAQ: https://u.fsf.org/3tx
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2024-08-02 13:00:08

Did you know that you can gift an FSF membership? https://u.fsf.org/40t

2024-08-02 12:00:07

At the FSF, we aim to make free software the norm. Read more: https://u.fsf.org/41z Support the FSF: https://donate.fsf.org #SoftwareFreedom

2024-08-02 11:15:14

2024-08-01 17:42:10

2024-08-01 17:27:16

"Community can play an important role in bringing more new people to free software, especially those who have not traditionally been drawn to it." David Wilson -- Read the full interview: https://u.fsf.org/449

2024-08-01 12:57:15

A testimonial from a new FSF member: "The world, especially in its current state needs advocacy of the Free Software principles more than ever. I joined to help advocate that cause." Support #FreeSoftware https://fsf.org

"Current everyday digital tools/infrastructures do not ensure the best standards for sovereignty of content and data neither for the individual, nor organisations and states." "This affects the full guarantees of various human rights, such as the right to privacy or the right to conduct a business, and democratic governance as a whole." https://u.fsf.org/44b

2024-07-31 23:27:21

Let's not celebrate #CrowdStrike -- let's point to a better way: https://u.fsf.org/44h

2024-07-31 22:57:27

"Many young students have a talent for programming; they are fascinated with computers and eager to learn how their systems work. With proprietary software, this information is a secret so teachers have no way of making it available to their students. But if it's free software, the teacher can explain the basic subject and then hand out the source code for the student to read and learn." https://www.gnu.org/education/edu-why.html

2024-07-31 22:27:23

In this inspiring blog post, @npub1r37…xrlz explains why joining the #freesoftware movement is a powerful act of #empowerment for yourself and society. Read and share: https://jxself.org/uplifts-us-all.shtml

2024-07-31 21:57:22

US taxpayers: Call on the IRS to provide libre tax-filing software! Read the FSF's latest article, and learn how you can participate: https://u.fsf.org/3zd

2024-07-31 21:12:33

2024-07-31 19:50:25

Interested in helping #freesoftware users find freedom-respecting programs by updating the Free Software Directory (FSD)? Please consider joining this Friday's upcoming FSD meeting on IRC. Read more at: https://www.fsf.org/events/fsd-2024-08-02-irc #FreeSoftwareDirectory
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2024-07-31 17:42:24

2024-07-31 17:27:25

Software freedom is the prerequisite for many of the issues people struggle with when it comes to technology, privacy breaches, user lock-in, DRM, and hardware obsolescence. The role of freedom in privacy cannot be ignored. Support #FreeSoftware https://fsf.org