Come September 15th, Linux users all around the globe celebrate the 4th Annual Software Freedom Day. This is definitely a day to say to the world that Free and Open Source Software does not mean free beer, but free as in freedom. Freedom to do what it is you need to do to accomplish something. Freedom to choose. Freedom to be heard.

This is a special day that Linux enthusiasts take time to spread good words about FOSS in local communities, educating the children and introducing it to those who are uninformed. Users also get to know each other in person, taking the Linux community from mailing lists and forums to personal and face-to-face discussions.

Groups do their share by participating in key notes speeches, fun activities and games and of course, giving away goodie bags (yay!). This is also a time to exchange ideas and distribute loads and loads of free and open source software kits :D .

Some Philippine groups have already registered to participate in the event and expect the big announcement sometime next month. You can check the SFD site to get the latest updates.

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