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What is open source?

Open source means software whose original source code is made freely available and may be redistributed and modified. The story mentions a free open source script that allows anyone to achieve a similar 'clutter-free' Windows setup to Project Zenith, highlighting how community-driven alternatives can rival commercial offerings.

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