Publication

Bangladesh Open Source Network

"Throughout history, every generation has had to stand up for freedom. Now it's our turn"

Articles

My Language in Internet
by Munir Hasan
In this article the author describe the problem of a modern language in the era of technology. He concludes that the language which has the ability to survive in the Internet would only survive in the long run. The article summarizes the effort in Bangla language in this area. First published in Daily Prothom Alo, Bangladesh.
Published: Mar 17, 2009
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My Freedom in Software
by Munir Hasan
This software freedom day article was first published in Daily Prothom Alo on 19th September. The writer explained why we need to know about the details of a software which we used for certain purposes. This not only ensure the basic rights of a human being, it also empowered the people with the technology.
Published: Sep 26, 2008
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Why schools should exclusively use free software
by Richard Stallman (Translated by Ferdous Ahmed Tanin)
Richard Stallman explained why schools around the world should use exclusively free software. Cost is not the only reason, freedom is more important.
Published: Aug 29, 2008
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Uses of Open Source Software Increases in Bangladesh
by Mohammad Golam NABI
This article is on the recent trend of uses of Open Source software in Bangladesh. The author looked into matter from the perspective of economic and cultural points. The article was published at Daily Naya Diganta on 20th September as a special article on the occasion of Software Freedom Day 2008.
Published: Aug 26, 2008
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It's not the Gates, it's the bars
by Richard Stallman (Translated by Munir Hasan)
To pay so much attention to Bill Gates' retirement is missing the point. What really matters is not Gates, nor Microsoft, but the unethical system of restrictions that Microsoft, like many other software companies, imposes on its customers.
Published: Jul 31, 2008
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Publication of BdOSN

Projukti Kothon (Technology Talk)
by Compiled by -Amader Projukti Team
Amaderprojukti, an Internet based Bangla forum published their first e-magazine on the occasion of Software Freedom Day. Projukti Kothon (Technology Talk) comprises different articles related to the freedom of software, open source software and the impact of Open Source Software in a country like Bangladesh. The magazines comprises articles by Richard Stallman, Nasimul Hoque, Munir Hasan, Omi Azad, Bipro Ranjon Dhor etc. It is an e-magazine can be downloaded and distributed freely.
Published: September 2008
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Mukto Barta July 2008
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The third issue of BdOSN's monthly bulletin. July 2008 issue covers the activities in the month of June 2008 as well as some highlight from Bangla Wikipedia
Published: July 2008
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Annual Report 2007
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The annual activity report of BdOSN.
Published: June 2008
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Mukto Barta June 2008
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The second issue of BdOSN's monthly bulletin. June 2008 issue covers the activities in the month of May 2008 as well as some highlight from Bangla Wikipedia
Published: June 2008
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Mukto Barta - May 2008
by This issue is edited by Ragib Hasan
The first issue of bdOSN Monthly Bulletin.
Published: May 2008
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Why we are in favour of Open Source (Bangla Booklet)
by M Zafar Iqbal and Munir Hasan
This is a collection of three articles related to Open Source Software and Bangla Localization
Published: April 2008
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Ubuntu Manual (উবুন্টু সহায়িকা)
by Rezaur Rahman and Fahim A l Islam
A step by step guide to install, configure and maintain Ubuntu Operating system in your desktop. The manual is in Bangla. The topic covers basic installation to EDGE modem configuration
Published: April 2008
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Articles: 20042
Images: 1495
Editors: 6861
Admins: 8
Total Edits: 485797

Date: July 3, 2009
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Other Affairs

Dinajpur Open Source Network formed

With much enthusiasm Dinajpur Open Source Network (DJOSN) was formed on 11th May 2009. The president of Bangladesh Computer Samity, Mr Mostafa Jabber formally launched the network. The network will work along with BdOSN to promote Open Source philosophy and outsourcing in grassroot level. Mr. Shekhor Mazumder and Mr. Golam Mostafa were elected as Convenor and co-convenor of the network. IRT (Institute of Research and Training ) of HSTU will host the network for the time being.

--by DJPR

Dinajpur, May 11, 2009

Day long workshop at BdOSN Office

A workshop on freelance outsourcing was held in Bangladesh Open Source Network office at Jamil Sarowar Trust Auditorium, Dhaka on 1st May,2009. The day long workshop was conducted by Mr.Jabed Morshed and Mr.Manish of BdOSN. Different topics were covered about the various opportunities of the freelance outsourcing, required skills and getting the payment after completing the project etc.

--by BPR

Dhaka, May 01, 2009

BdOSN online support celebrated 500 support request!

Bangladesh Open Source Network Support Service recently saw 500th email transaction. On this great achievement the support team members thank everybody who helped and guided them to operate a real time quality support service free of cost. Achieving such level of trust in Bangladeshi community was really difficult and the team is always thriving to excel in terms of depth and breadth. The support system is an email lists where experts listen to the problems shared by users who are facing problem with open source software and solutions.

--by BPR

Dhaka, April 22, 2009 READMORE

Open Source volunteers celebrate Bangla new years

The Open Source Volunteers celebrated Pohela Boishak in a colourful way. Like the previous few years, the volunteers under the banner of Bangladesh open Source Network gathered in front of the Central Public Library, Dhaka and appeal the audience to make "Bangla Digital". This year they bear the banner with a slogan "একটাই সুর একটাই তাল- বাংলা হোক ডিজিটাল". They brought out a procession in the TSC area and ended the programme in front of the national museum.

--by BPR

Dhaka, April 14, 2009