What is OpenDesktop.org?
openDesktop.org is an open platform that aims to be the largest directory of free and open source software (FOSS) applications for Linux, BSD, macOS, and Windows. The website provides a community-driven space where developers and users can discover, download, use, review, and share FOSS programs.
Some key features of openDesktop.org include:
- A comprehensive FOSS application directory with detailed information like descriptions, screenshots, version history, download links, user reviews, and ratings for each program.
- Personalized recommendations of applications based on users' interests and platform.
- Application feeds sorted by category that enable latest and trending FOSS app discovery.
- User profiles and social features like following other members, curating favorites lists, etc.
- Application developer pages for FOSS projects to increase exposure. Developers can claim their apps to manage app pages.
- Multi-language support to reach a global audience.
- Intuitive searching and filtering of apps by category, platform, license type, etc.
By bringing together a large FOSS app directory with social features, openDesktop.org makes it easier for end-users, developers, and projects to discover, use and spread free and open source apps. The platform is community-focused with the goal of promoting the adoption of FOSS alternatives to proprietary software.
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