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C/B/773. Sun's Open Source policy: evaluation

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535
DATE:
2007
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The paper analyses the 'open source' policy used by Sun Microsystems which, contrary to common practices, provides their rivals with an easy access to the company's technical knowledge and encourages them to enter the market. Porter's five forces analysis of the case is conducted to explain the success of the company in spite of the fact that their policy contradicts common wisdom.

 

KEYWORDS: Sun Microsystems, Porters five forces, Open Source Policy,