Timeline of free and open-source software (source code)

= Timeline of free and open-source software
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The timeline of free and open-source software (FOSS) is marked by significant events, publications, and key figures that have shaped the movement. Below is a succinct overview of some landmark moments in the history of FOSS: \#\#\# 1960s - **1969**: The UNIX operating system is developed at AT&T's Bell Labs, promoting the culture of sharing source code among academic institutions.