Are you looking for a cost-effective and powerful solution for managing your website, web application or parts of the business? Look no further than Free and Open Source Software (FOSS). With a managed FOSS installation, you can get started with any open source application or stack without the hassle of the technical details, we’ll take care of those.
What is FOSS?
Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) is software that is free to use, modify, and distribute. FOSS is often developed collaboratively by a community of developers, who share their code with each other and with the wider community. FOSS is used by businesses, non-profit organizations, and individuals around the world, and it powers some of the most popular websites and applications on the Internet.
Why choose a managed FOSS installation?
When you choose a managed FOSS installation, you can get started with your website or web application quickly and easily. We takes care of all the technical details, including updates, backups, and security. This means you can focus on your website or web application, and not on the technical details of hosting and managing a website.
A managed FOSS installation also includes hosting, a domain name, unlimited traffic*, and 25G of storage. This means you can focus on your project, and not on the technical details of hosting and managing it.
Here’s a list of the applications we support and have extensive knowledge and experience with. (can also be found in our store. )
- Nextcloud – is a powerful, open-source, self-hosted file-sharing and collaboration platform that businesses can use to store, share, and collaborate on fules, documents, spreadsheets, presentations. With Nextcloud, businesses can avoid the high costs of proprietary cloud storage solutions like Dropbox, Google Drive, or OneDrive. A typical yearly subscription for Dropbox’s business plan is around $150 per user. While Google Workspace’s Business Starter plan costs $72 per user per year. Nextcloud can offer similar functionality for a fraction of the price, making it an excellent choice.
- Opnsense – is a robust, open-source firewall and routing platform that businesses can use to secure their network. It provides advanced features such as VPN, IPS, DNS, QOS, VLANs, making it an excellent replacement for proprietary solutions like Cisco ASA or SonicWall. A yearly subscription for Cisco ASA’s business plan costs around $2,500, while SonicWall’s TZ500 appliance starts at around $1,000. Opnsense can offer similar functionality for free, making it an excellent choice for businesses looking to reduce their IT expenses.
- Invoice Ninja – is an open-source, self-hosted invoicing platform that businesses can use to create and send professional-looking invoices. It includes features such as time tracking, expense tracking, and payment processing, making it an all-in-one solution. Other popular invoicing platforms like FreshBooks or QuickBooks charge between $15 to $25 per month for their basic plans, while Invoice Ninja is completely free. By using Invoice Ninja, businesses can save hundreds of dollars per year. This instance is white-labeled.
- CivTAK – is an open-source, mobile geospatial application that provides situational awareness and collaboration for first responders and security personnel. It includes features such as real-time messaging, mapping, and data sharing. Thus making it an excellent replacement for proprietary solutions like Esri ArcGIS or SituMap.
- Traccar – is a free and open-source GPS tracking system that can replace proprietary GPS tracking software. With Traccar, businesses can monitor their vehicles and assets in real-time, track historical data, and generate reports. Traccar is compatible with a wide range of GPS devices and supports a variety of protocols. Proprietary GPS tracking software can cost anywhere from $5 to $50 per month per device, but Traccar is completely free.
- Proxmox -is an open-source virtualization platform that can replace paid virtualization software like VMware. With Proxmox, businesses can create and manage virtual machines, containers, and other resources. Proxmox supports a variety of operating systems and provides robust backup and recovery options. VMware’s vSphere Essentials plan starts at around $560 per year, while Proxmox is completely free.
- Nginx Proxy Manager – is an open-source web interface for managing Nginx reverse proxy servers. With Nginx Proxy Manager, businesses can manage multiple domains, create SSL certificates, and set up proxy rules. Other paid proxy server software can cost upwards of $100 per month, but Nginx Proxy Manager is free.
- AdGuard – is an open-source ad blocking software that can replace paid ad blocking software like AdBlock Plus. With AdGuard, businesses can block ads, trackers, and other unwanted content on all their devices. AdGuard also provides protection against malware and phishing attacks. AdBlock Plus can cost anywhere from $10 to $30 per year, while AdGuard is completely free.
- LibreOffice – is an open-source office suite that can replace paid office software like Microsoft Office. With LibreOffice, businesses can create and edit documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and more. LibreOffice provides compatibility with a wide range of file formats and includes advanced features like PDF creation and editing. Microsoft Office can cost anywhere from $69.99 to $149.99 per year, while LibreOffice is completely free.
- GIMP – is an open-source image editing software that can replace paid image editing software like Adobe Photoshop. With GIMP, businesses can edit photos, create graphics, and design layouts. GIMP provides advanced features like layer masks, color correction, and batch processing. Adobe Photoshop can cost anywhere from $20.99 to $52.99 per month, while GIMP is completely free.
- Linux – is an open-source operating system that can replace paid operating systems like Windows or macOS. With Linux, businesses can run servers, desktops, and other devices. Linux provides compatibility with a wide range of hardware and software and includes advanced security features. Windows 10 Home can cost around $139, while macOS can only be used on Apple devices. Linux is completely free.
- DSMR reader – is an open-source smart meter protocol that can replace proprietary smart meter software. With DSMR, businesses can monitor energy usage, track historical data, and generate reports. DSMR is compatible with a wide range of smart meters and supports a variety of protocols. Proprietary smart meter software can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars, but DSMR is completely free.
- TrueNAS – is an open-source network-attached storage (NAS) software that can replace paid NAS software like Synology or QNAP. With TrueNAS, businesses can create and manage storage pools, file shares, and backups. TrueNAS also provides advanced features like data deduplication and compression. Synology and QNAP NAS devices can cost anywhere from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars, while TrueNAS is completely free.
- Zabbix – is an open-source network monitoring software that can replace paid network monitoring software like SolarWinds. With Zabbix, businesses can monitor network performance, track historical data, and generate alerts. Zabbix supports a variety of protocols and provides advanced features like auto-discovery and visualization. SolarWinds can cost anywhere from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars per year, while Zabbix is completely free.
- Vaultwarden – is an open-source password manager that can replace paid password managers like LastPass or 1Password. With Vaultwarden, businesses can store and manage passwords securely, share passwords with team members, and generate strong passwords. Vaultwarden also provides advanced features like two-factor authentication and browser extensions. LastPass and 1Password can cost anywhere from $35 to $60 per year, while Vaultwarden is completely free.
- Raspberry Pi – is a popular open-source computer platform that can replace paid computing devices like desktops or servers. With Raspberry Pi, businesses can run a variety of applications, from media centers to web servers. Raspberry Pi devices are affordable and provide compatibility with a wide range of peripherals and software. Desktops and servers can cost hundreds or thousands of dollars, while Raspberry Pi devices start at around $35.
- Home Assistant – is an open-source home automation platform that can replace paid home automation software like Control4 or Crestron. With Home Assistant, users can control a variety of smart devices, from lights and thermostats to cameras and speakers. Home Assistant supports a wide range of integrations and provides advanced features like automation and voice control. For businesses, Home Assistant can be used to manage smart office devices and create automated workflows that improve efficiency and productivity. Home Assistant also provides advanced security features, like user authentication and encrypted connections, that help protect sensitive business data. Control4 and Crestron systems can cost thousands or tens of thousands of dollars, while Home Assistant is completely free.
- Traefik – is an open-source reverse proxy and load balancer that can replace popular solutions like Nginx or HAProxy. Traefik is designed to work seamlessly with modern microservices architectures, providing automatic service discovery and configuration. Traefik supports a wide range of protocols and load balancing algorithms, making it a flexible solution for managing web traffic. Unlike traditional load balancers, Traefik is highly dynamic, automatically adapting to changes in the underlying infrastructure. Nginx and HAProxy are also open-source and free, but Traefik provides a modern and more dynamic approach to load balancing.
- FreeIPA – is an open-source identity management solution that can replace proprietary solutions like Microsoft Active Directory. FreeIPA provides centralized authentication, authorization, and account management services, as well as a web interface for managing users, groups, and policies. FreeIPA supports a wide range of authentication protocols, including Kerberos, LDAP, and SAML.
We’re updating the list as we speak, please stay tuned!
If you’d like to deploy other software please contact us. We’ll schedule a meeting to go through the details, determine the best way forward and make it work!
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FAQ
Q: Do you also install these applications (remotely) on premise at my location?
A: Yes. Individual applications as well as a full transition from old costly software stacks to a fully opensource customized (hyper-converged) solutions. Please contact us or visit the store. Additionally, hardware can be procured by us and prepared & tested before being shipped to your location.
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