Open-source debates blur code access with the real job of keeping projects secure
mmitchell_ai · x · 2026-07-23
The thread argues that if people believe organizations should not be able to defend themselves unless they depend on a company they may strongly disagree with, that creates stalemates over what is acceptable.
A reply then clarifies a common confusion in open-source debates:
- “Anyone can push code” is not how open source works.
- The real model is that registered users can submit code for review and consideration.
- It also distinguishes open source in general from an open-source company responsible for keeping code fresh and secure.
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