It feels like every utility — from basic file managers to simple note-taking apps — now demands a recurring monthly fee just to unlock the features that make them usable.
I convinced myself that premium features required a premium price tag. Then, I took a deep dive into the world of FOSS (Free and Open Source Software).
I started hunting for high-quality open source alternatives that could actually go toe-to-toe with the big names.
I found a collection of FOSS gems that offer better privacy, no tracking, and more customization than the premium apps I used to pay for. Let’s
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