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Passwordless Authentication and Passwordless SecurityIt’s no secret — passwords can be a real headache, both for the people who use them and the people who manage them. Over time, we’ve created hundreds of passwords, it’s easy to lose track of them and they’re easily compromised. Fortunately, passwordless authentication is becoming a feasible reality for many businesses. Duo can help you get there.
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Our Free Plans just got better! | Auth0 by OktaYou asked, we delivered! Auth0 is excited to expand our Free and Paid plans to include more options so you can focus on building, deploying, and scaling applications without having to worry about your secuirty. Auth0 now, thank yourself later.
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Don't waste your time with compliance. Universal Bypass circumvents annoying link shorteners. Universal Bypass bypasses templates that are used on thousands of domains and it would be impossible for me to keep a complete list of domains that are bypassed. You would have to get a new Universal Bypass version and accept its new permissions for each new bypass. Custom Bypasses would be pretty pointless if you could only create them for sites that are already bypassed. Also known in the options as "Give and take the destinations of unbypassable shorteners.", this feature exists to bypass a respectable amount of link shorteners using CAPTCHAs and other forms of backend validation to make sure you've actually waited before you can proceed to the target link, to share this target with other Universal Bypass users, who come across the same link in the future, so they can proceed to the target immediately.
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SweetAlert2
Beautiful, responsive, highly customizable popup boxes
SweetAlert2 offers a beautiful, responsive, highly customizable and accessible alternative to JavaScript’s popup boxes. It’s got zero dependencies, is compatible with most modern browsers, and offers a wealth of customization options. Your popup boxes can look exactly how you want them with various options for additional content, custom positioning, animation, background, and so much more! SweetAlert2 also supports various input types and offers a range of different themes. Visit their official website, https://sweetalert2.github.io/ to see all these custom features in action! -
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Advanced Onion Router is a portable client for the OR network and is intended to be an improved alternative for Tor+Vidalia+Privoxy bundle for Windows users. Some of the improvements include UNICODE paths, support for HTTP and HTTPS proxy protocols on the same Socks4/Socks5 port with HTTP header filtering that generates fake identity-dependent headers every time the identity is changed (proxy chains are also supported), support for NTLM proxies, a User Interface that makes Tor's options and actions more accessible, local banlist for forbidden addresses, private identity isolation, a point-and-click process interceptor that can redirect connections from programs that don't support proxies, also giving them fake information about the local system and support for .onion addresses. Also, it can estimate AS paths for all circuits and prevent AS path intersections, it can restrict circuits to be built using only nodes from different countries, can change circuit lengths and more.
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uBlock
uBlock: a fast, lightweight, and lean blocker for Chrome, Firefox
uBlock: a fast, lightweight, and lean blocker for Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. Available on the Chrome Web Store or for manual installation. Available to install from the homepage. Available for install from the homepage or from the App Store. Available on the Firefox Add-ons site, or for manual installation. Opera shares Chrome's underlying engine, so you can install uBlock simply by grabbing the latest release for Chrome.To benefit from uBlock's higher efficiency, it's advised that you don't use other blockers at the same time (such as AdBlock or Adblock Plus). uBlock will do as well or better than most popular ad blockers. It's important to note that blocking ads is not theft. Don't fall for this creepy idea. The ultimate logical consequence of blocking = theft is the criminalisation of the inalienable right to privacy. -
Red Hat Enterprise Linux on Microsoft AzureRed Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) on Microsoft Azure provides a secure, reliable, and flexible foundation for your cloud infrastructure. Red Hat Enterprise Linux on Microsoft Azure is ideal for enterprises seeking to enhance their cloud environment with seamless integration, consistent performance, and comprehensive support.
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Buster
Captcha solver extension for humans
Save time by asking Buster to solve captchas for you. Buster is a Firefox extension which helps you to solve difficult captchas by completing reCAPTCHA audio challenges using speech recognition. Challenges are solved by clicking on the extension button at the bottom of the reCAPTCHA widget. It is not guaranteed that challenges are always solved, the limitations of the technology need to be considered. The continued development of Buster is made possible thanks to the support of awesome backers. If you'd like to join them, please consider contributing with Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin. The success rate of the extension can be improved by simulating user interactions with the help of a client app. Follow the instructions from the extension's options to download and install the client app on Windows, Linux and macOS, or get the app from this repository. -
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Automa
A chrome extension for automating your browser by connecting blocks
Automa is a browser extension for browser automation. From auto-fill forms, doing a repetitive task, taking a screenshot, to scraping data of the website, it's up to you what you want to do with this extension. Automa has provided various kinds of blocks that will help you do automation, and all you need to do is connect them. Want your workflow to run every day or every time you visit a specific website? You can set the workflow trigger on the trigger block. Try a workflow from the marketplace. There're dozens of workflows been shared by Automa users which you can add and customize. Auto-fill forms, do a repetitive task, take a screenshot, or scrape website data, the choice is yours. You can even schedule when the automation will execute! Browse the Automa marketplace where you can share and download workflows with others. -
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Translate Web Pages
Translate your page in real time using Google or Yandex
Translate your page in real time using Google or Yandex. It is not necessary to open new tabs. Now works with the NoScript Extension. Your current page is translated without having to open new tabs. It is possible to change the translation language. You can select to automatically translate. To change the translation engine just touch the Google Translate icon. To translate any website it is necessary to access and modify the text of the web pages. And the extension can only do that, with that permission. The pages are translated using the Google or Yandex translation engine (you choose). We do not collect any information. However, to translate, the contents of the web pages will be sent to Google or Yandex servers. You can also install via crx file, download the file using a download manager/or firefox. Activate developer mode and drag the file into the chromium extension manager. It doesn't work on Chrome/Edge. -
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Adguard Browser Extension
AdGuard browser extension
AdGuard is a fast and lightweight ad-blocking browser extension that effectively blocks all types of ads and trackers. AdGuard is a fast and lightweight ad blocking browser extension that effectively blocks all types of ads and trackers on all web pages. We focus on advanced privacy protection features to not just block known trackers, but prevent web sites from building your shadow profile. Unlike its standalone counterparts (AG for Windows, Mac), the browser extension is completely free and open source. You can learn more about the difference here. AdGuard does not collect any information about you, and does not participate in any acceptable ads program. The only source of income we have is selling premium versions of our software, and we intend to keep it that way. AdGuard for Windows is not just another ad blocker, it is a multipurpose tool that combines all necessary features for the best web experience. It blocks ads and dangerous websites, speeds up page loading, etc. -
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RabbitMQ Server
Core server and tier 1 (built-in) plugins
RabbitMQ is the most widely deployed open source message broker. With tens of thousands of users, RabbitMQ is one of the most popular open source message brokers. From T-Mobile to Runtastic, RabbitMQ is used worldwide at small startups and large enterprises. RabbitMQ is lightweight and easy to deploy on premises and in the cloud. It supports multiple messaging protocols. RabbitMQ can be deployed in distributed and federated configurations to meet high-scale, high-availability requirements. RabbitMQ runs on many operating systems and cloud environments, and provides a wide range of developer tools for most popular languages. Supports multiple messaging protocols, message queuing, delivery acknowledgement, flexible routing to queues, multiple exchange type. Deploy as clusters for high availability and throughput; federate across multiple availability zones and regions. HTTP-API, command line tool, and UI for managing and monitoring RabbitMQ. -
Extended Threat Intelligence | SOCRadarEnterprises need full-spectrum cyber intelligence—beyond social media and the dark web. SOCRadar monitors cloud buckets, dark web leaks, and external threats in real time. Automate takedowns, detect brand impersonations, and stay ahead of evolving attacks. Strengthen your security with Extended Threat Intelligence.
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Ghostery
Ghostery Browser Extension for Firefox, Chrome, Opera and Edge
Ghostery helps you browse smarter by giving you control over ads and tracking technologies to speed up page loads, eliminate clutter, and protect your data. This is the unified code repository for the Ghostery browser extensions in Chrome, Firefox, Opera and Edge. Browse the web safer, faster & with less annoying ads. Equipped with award-winning AI anti-tracking technology to browse the websafe and quickly. Ghostery helps you stay informed about what companies are tracking you by listing the trackers on each website you visit. Granular control within the detailed view allows you to block and unblock specific trackers. With one click, always allow or forbid Ghostery to block trackers and protect your personal data on a specific site. Smart-Browsing automatically optimizes page performance as your browse. -
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Bitwarden Browser Extension
The Bitwarden browser extension vault
Bitwarden Browser Extension lets you integrate Bitwarden directly into your browser of choice. Bitwarden is an open source password management solution that stores all your sensitive information securely in an encrypted vault. With this extension, you will be able to easily and conveniently access Bitwarden through your browser. Bitwarden Browser Extension is written using the Web Extension API and Angular, and supports a variety of browsers. These include Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Edge, Safari and many other popularly used browsers. -
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Turbo Download Manager
A portable modern multi-threading download manager for all platforms
A modern multi thread download manager for Windows, Linux, Mac OS, Firefox, Chrome, Opera and Android devices. For bug reports visit: https://github.com/inbasic/turbo-download-manager/issues For FAQs visit: http://add0n.com/turbo-download-manager.html Turbo Download Manager is an stand-alone application without any dependencies. It should run out of the box. Just set the download location while adding the first job request. If you have a browser and would like to integrate this download, use these browser extensions: Firefox: https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/turbo-download-manager/ Opera: https://addons.opera.com/extensions/details/turbo-download-manager/ Chrome: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/turbo-download-manager/kemfccojgjoilhfmcblgimbggikekjip -
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fbvlc
Vlc web plugin based on FireBreath
This project is not supported anymore. Please use WebChimera Plugin instead: http://WebChimera.org -
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Tamper Dev
Extension that allows you to intercept and edit HTTP/HTTPS requests
If you are a developer, you can use Tamper Dev to debug your websites, or if you are a pentester, you can use it to search for security vulnerabilities by inspecting the HTTP traffic from your browser. Unlike most other extensions, Tamper Dev allows you to intercept, inspect and modify the requests before they are sent to the server. This extension provides functionality similar to Burp Proxy, MITM Proxy, OWASP ZAP, Tamper Data, and Postman Proxy, but without the need of additional software, with full support of HTTPS connections, and trivial to set-up (just install). -
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bootstrap-datepicker
A datepicker for twitter bootstrap
Bootstrap-datepicker provides a flexible datepicker widget in the Bootstrap style. Versions are incremented according to semver. As with bootstrap’s own plugins, datepicker provides a data-api that can be used to instantiate datepickers without the need for custom javascript. You can disable datepicker’s data-api in the same way as you would disable other bootstrap plugins. Most options can be provided via data-attributes. An option can be converted to a data-attribute by taking its name, replacing each uppercase letter with its lowercase equivalent preceded by a dash, and prepending “data-date-” to the result. Methods are called on a datepicker by calling the datepicker function with a string first argument, followed by any arguments the method takes. -
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Retire.js
Scanner detecting the use of JavaScript libraries
There is a plethora of JavaScript libraries for use on the web and in node.js apps out there. This greatly simplifies, but we need to stay updated on security fixes. "Using Components with Known Vulnerabilities" is now a part of the OWASP Top 10 and insecure libraries can pose a huge risk for your web app. The goal of Retire.js is to help you detect the use of versions with known vulnerabilities. Scan a web app or node app for use of vulnerable JavaScript libraries and/or node modules. grunt-retire scans your grunt-enabled app for use of vulnerable JavaScript libraries and/or node modules. Scans visited sites for references to insecure libraries and puts warnings in the developer console. An icon on the address bar displays will also indicate if vulnerable libraries were loaded. Retire.js has been adapted as a plugin for the penetration testing tools Burp and OWASP ZAP. -
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SingleFile
Web Extension for Firefox/Chrome/MS Edge and CLI tool
Web Extension for Firefox/Chrome/MS Edge and CLI tool to save a faithful copy of an entire web page in a single HTML file. SingleFile is a Web Extension (and a CLI tool) compatible with Chrome, Firefox (Desktop and Mobile), Microsoft Edge, Vivaldi, Brave, Waterfox, Yandex Browser, and Opera. It helps you to save a complete web page into a single HTML file. Wait until the page is fully loaded. Click on the SingleFile button in the extension toolbar to save the page. You can click again on the button to cancel the action when processing a page. Open the context menu by right-clicking the SingleFile button in the extension toolbar or on the webpage. It allows you to save the current tab, the selected content, the selected frame. With auto-save active, pages are automatically saved every time after being loaded (or before being unloaded if not). Right-click on the SingleFile button and select "Manage extension" (Firefox) / "Options" (Chrome) to open the options page. -
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chromium-web-store
Allows adding extensions from chrome web store on ungoogled-chromium
Allows adding extensions from chrome web store on ungoogled-chromium. Also adds semi-automatic extension updating. This extension brings the following functionality to ungoogled-chromium (and other forks that lack web store support). Allows installing extensions directly from chrome web store. Automatically checks for updates to your installed extensions and displays them on the badge. Pin the Chromium Web Store badge in your browser's toolbar. (Badges are hidden by default). The badge will show a red number indicating available updates. Click on the badge, then click the name of any extension to install the latest version. This method will work for non-webstore extensions as well if they support it, including chromium web store itself. (See the section below if you are an extension developer and don't have your extension listed in the chrome web store.) -
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fx_cast
Chromecast Web Sender SDK implementation for Firefox
A Firefox extension that implements the Chromecast API and exposes it to web apps to enable cast support. Communication with receiver devices is handled by a companion application (bridge). Install the Firefox extension (from within Firefox) and bridge application via the installer packages. These are two separate downloads that can be found on the website or in the GitHub releases section. The bridge application is currently supported on Windows, macOS and Linux. Clicking on the toolbar button or Cast... menu item in the page context menu will open a popup that shows a list of receiver devices will allow you to start casting the currently detected app2 or media. The extension provides a whitelist for ensuring only trusted sites are allowed to load the cast API and communicate with receiver devices. Sites may be added to the whitelist, either by clicking one of the whitelist options in the toolbar button context menu whilst visiting the site. -
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slick
The last carousel you'll ever need
slick is an open source, responsive carousel plugin that offers a great number of breakpoints, CSS3 transitions, touch events and so much more. It creates fully responsive, customizable and mobile-friendly carousels that can work with any html element. Everything you’ll ever need for your carousel, slick can achieve quickly and easily. It features a comprehensive range of settings, events, methods and more so you can build a carousel in exactly the way you want. It supports IE8+ as well as most modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari). See it in action in demos on http://kenwheeler.github.io/slick/ -
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Librefox
Firefox with privacy enhancements
This project aims at enforcing the privacy and security of Firefox without forking the project. Librefox uses more than 500 privacy/security/performance settings, patches, Librefox-Addons (optional) and a cleaned bundle of Firefox (updater, crashreporter and Firefox's integrated addons that don't respect privacy are removed). Updated browser: because this project is not a fork, it is kept updated with the latest Firefox version. Limit internet access for extensions (firewall-test-feature). IJWY (I Just Want You To Shut Up): embedded server links and other calling home functions are removed (zero unauthorized connection by default). Settings protection: important settings are enforced/locked within mozilla.cfg and policies.json, those settings cannot be changed by addons/updates/Firefox or unwanted/accidental manipulation; To change those settings you can easily do it by editing mozilla.cfg and policies.json. -
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StackEdit
In-browser Markdown editor
Unrivalled writing experience. StackEdit’s Markdown syntax highlighting is unique. The refined text formatting of the editor helps you visualize the final rendering of your files. StackEdit provides very handy formatting buttons and shortcuts, thanks to PageDown, the WYSIWYG-style Markdown editor used by Stack Overflow. Whether you write, you review, you comment… StackEdit's layout provides you with the flexibility you need, without sacrifice. StackEdit’s Scroll Sync feature accurately binds the scrollbars of the editor panel and the preview panel to ensure that you always keep an eye on the output while writing. StackEdit can sync your files with Google Drive, Dropbox and GitHub. It can also publish them as blog posts to Blogger, WordPress and Zendesk. You can choose whether to upload in Markdown format, HTML, or to format the output using the Handlebars template engine. -
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bootstrap-select
The jQuery plugin that brings select elements into the 21st century
The jQuery plugin that brings select elements into the 21st century with intuitive multiselection, searching, and much more. Now with Bootstrap 4 support. Bootstrap-select requires jQuery v1.9.1+, Bootstrap’s dropdown.js component, and Bootstrap's CSS. If you're not already using Bootstrap in your project, a precompiled version of the Bootstrap v3.4.1 minimum requirements can be downloaded. If using bootstrap-select with Bootstrap v4+, you'll also need Popper.js. For all of Bootstrap v4's requirements, see Getting started. A precompiled version of the requirements will be made available in an upcoming release of bootstrap-select. Bootstrap 4 only works with bootstrap-select v1.13.0+. By default, bootstrap-select automatically detects the version of Bootstrap being used. However, there are some instances where the version detection won't work. -
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No Coin
No Coin is a tiny browser extension aiming to block coin miners
No coin is a tiny browser extension aiming to block coin miners such as Coinhive. Even though I think using coin mining in browser to monetize content is a great idea, abusing it is not. Some websites are running it during the entire browsing session which results in high consumption of your computer's resources. I do believe that using it occasionally such as for the proof of work of a captcha is OK. But for an entire browsing session, the user should have the choice to opt-in which is the aim of this extension. The idea was to keep it separate from adblocking. Coin mining in the browser is a different issue. Where ads are tracking you and visually interfering with your browsing experience, coin mining, if abused, is eating your computer resources resulting in slow downs (from high CPU usage) and excessive power consumption. You might be OK with that and not with ads, or vice versa. Or you might just want to keep ads blocked entirely and just enable the coin mining script. -
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Telegraf
The plugin-driven server agent for collecting and reporting metrics
Telegraf is an agent for collecting, processing, aggregating, and writing metrics. Design goals are to have a minimal memory footprint with a plugin system so that developers in the community can easily add support for collecting metrics. Telegraf is plugin-driven and has the concept of 4 distinct plugin types. Input Plugins collect metrics from the system, services, or 3rd party APIs. Processor Plugins transform, decorate, and/or filter metrics. Aggregator Plugins create aggregate metrics (e.g. mean, min, max, quantiles, etc.). Output Plugins write metrics to various destinations. New plugins are designed to be easy to contribute, pull requests are welcomed and we work to incorporate as many pull requests as possible. You can try Telegraf right in your browser in the Telegraf playground. Telegraf shares the same minimum requirements as Go.
Open Source Browser Extensions and Plugins Guide
Open source building automation software is a type of program that allows users to design, control, and automate the processes within a commercial or residential building. It is open source, meaning that it can be freely downloaded, modified, and shared for anyone who wants to use it. Open source building automation software has many advantages compared to proprietary systems; it often has fewer license restrictions, which allows for easier customization and integration with other software products. It is also typically cheaper than proprietary systems because development costs are substantially lower.
The main advantage of open source building automation software is its flexibility; users have unlimited access to the system’s codes and can make changes when needed in order to optimize performance or customize features. This makes the system highly customizable according to individual needs and preferences. In addition, since the code is open-source it encourages developers from all over the world to develop their own add-ons or modifications which increases security as there are more eyes on the code base searching out flaws or vulnerabilities which might otherwise remain undetected in closed systems.
Open source building automation tools also provide better energy savings compared to their closed counterparts due to improved energy management capabilities like automated temperature control settings and smart lighting controls. Advanced functionality such as monitoring trends over time using analytics can give businesses greater insight into their energy usage practices allowing for more informed decisions about reducing energy costs over time.
Finally, along with providing useful functions tailored specifically for managing buildings either for personal residential use or professional commercial use these programs provide newly built structures increased safety by integrating safety protocols such as smoke detector alerting within the framework of its codebase which further increases user peace of mind when utilizing this technology in their home or business environment alongside traditional methods already present such as hardwired detectors found installed throughout most homes and offices today as an example.
Features Provided by Open Source Browser Extensions and Plugins
- Graphical User Interface (GUI): Open source building automation software typically features a user-friendly graphical user interface (GUI), allowing for easy navigation of the system, access to settings and controls, and real-time monitoring.
- Automation: Through open source building automation software, users can automate tasks such as lighting, temperature control, energy consumption tracking, security alarms and more. By automating these processes, manual labor is no longer needed and efficiency is increased.
- Scheduling & Timers: Users can also schedule automated tasks to run at specific times or intervals using timers and schedulers built into many open source building automation systems. This eliminates the need for manual intervention and ensures that desired conditions are maintained in a timely manner.
- Security Integration: Many open source building automation systems enable integration with third-party security systems to ensure maximum protection of buildings and occupants. This integration allows users to monitor security alerts in real time and initiate actions like unlocking doors or activating the alarm when necessary.
- Centralized Monitoring & Control: With open source building automation software, users can quickly view data from multiple sensors in one place and gain insight into how their facility is performing across various criteria such as energy consumption or motion detection. Additionally, the system allows for control over numerous items across a single interface platform including climate control devices, lighting fixtures, security alarms etc..
- Data Insight & Reporting: Open source building automation software provides detailed analytics so that users can better analyze their facility’s performance on topics ranging from energy usage to occupancy levels over different time periods. It also offers robust reporting capabilities so that users can understand trends within their facility quickly utilizing custom dashboards tailored to each user's needs.
Types of Open Source Browser Extensions and Plugins
- Home Automation Software: Home automation software allows users to control their home systems, such as lighting, climate control, and security, remotely.
- Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS): BEMS help optimize energy efficiency in a building by controlling heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), and other energy-consuming devices.
- Building Automation System (BAS): BAS is a computerized system used for monitoring and controlling the mechanical operations of a building. It can monitor temperature levels, operate heating and cooling systems, integrate with lighting controls and provide real-time data about energy consumption.
- Environmental Controls: Open source environmental control software helps manage environmental factors within buildings such as humidity levels, water usage and metering of gas or electricity.
- Security Systems: Security systems are used to protect people in a building from potential danger caused by fire and natural disasters or unauthorized access. These systems detect intrusions using motion sensors or audio detectors connected to alarm systems that can be monitored remotely.
- Fire Alarms/Suppression Systems: Fire alarms detect smoke or heat activity in an area to alert occupants of an emergency situation before it escalates into an out of control blaze; fire suppression systems use water sprinklers or chemical agents such as foam or powder that aim to contain fires quickly before they spread beyond the initial site.
- Access Control & Identity Management Solutions: Access control solutions allow authorized personnel to enter certain parts of a facility while restricting access for others; identity management solutions involve collecting personal data about individuals entering the facility in order to grant them entry privileges after proper authentication procedures have been carried out.
Advantages of Using Open Source Browser Extensions and Plugins
- Improved Collaboration: Open source building automation software allows stakeholders from different backgrounds to collaborate and develop activities around their projects. This leads to improved quality of the project design as more perspectives can be taken into account when making decisions.
- Low Cost: One of the most attractive aspects of open source building automation is its cost efficiency compared to proprietary software. It eliminates upfront license fees and maintenance costs, offering a much lower total cost of ownership.
- Increased Flexibility: Open source software offers higher levels of flexibility due to its modular design, allowing organizations to customize or upgrade their systems for specific needs as they evolve over time.
- Cross-Platform Compatibility: Since open source building automation is often built with standards-based components, it’s easier to adapt software between multiple platforms (such as Windows, Linux, Mac OS X etc.), which can help save money on development costs associated with adapting technology for various platforms.
- Reliability and Security: Open source developers are able to continually test and improve their code in order to ensure reliability and security in terms of performance, scalability and stability – something that may not be possible with closed-source building automation solutions. Additionally, anyone can access the updated source code which allows them to audit the system more easily than a commercial one.
- Faster Development Times: With an open source model comes faster development times due to its freely available code base that developers can quickly learn from or modify when needed in order create efficient applications at a fraction of the time required for some commercial products.
Types of Users That Use Open Source Browser Extensions and Plugins
- Homeowners: Homeowners looking for a smarter and cheaper way to control their HVAC systems often turn to open source building automation software. These users benefit from the customizable nature of these programs, as well as the low cost.
- DIYers: DIYers interested in customizing or expanding their home automation system may be drawn to the flexibility offered by an open source program. With an open source platform, they can modify the available features and functions according to their projects needs.
- Professional Installers: Professional installers are often hired to install and maintain commercial building automation systems that use open source software. They may choose this route in order to save on overhead costs and labor, while still offering clients a sophisticated solution with all of the necessary features.
- Businesses: Businesses often prefer open source platforms due to their scalability, dependability, and customization options. Companies can choose which features they need and customize them accordingly without having to pay high license fees that come with proprietary products.
- Schools & Universities: Educational institutions may take advantage of open source software because it can offer students an opportunity for hands on learning about how real world building automation systems work without breaking the bank. It is also beneficial for research purposes since students have greater access and control over algorithms used for testing or development projects.
- Government Agencies: Government agencies may opt for an open source solution because it offers robust functionality at a fraction of the cost of purchasing expensive proprietary software licenses. Open Source solutions provide flexibility when it comes to finding solutions that fit specific offices' budget constraints, while still delivering reliable results expected from such large organizations.
How Much Do Open Source Browser Extensions and Plugins Cost?
Open source building automation software typically does not have a cost associated with it. You can usually download the software for free from websites such as GitHub and SourceForge. The benefit of open source building automation software is that you don't have to pay for licenses or updates, so there's no recurring cost associated with the software itself. However, some costs may be incurred when deploying and customizing the open source building automation software. For example, if you need help with installation, customization, ongoing maintenance or support services related to using and integrating the system into your existing infrastructure, then you may need to use professional services which could incur some charges. Additionally, depending on the scope of implementation and scale of usage, hardware components related to open source building automation systems may also incur some costs (e.g., sensors, actuators).
What Software Do Open Source Browser Extensions and Plugins Integrate With?
Open source building automation software can integrate with many different types of software, including but not limited to accounting and financial management software, customer relationship management (CRM) systems, project management platforms, inventory control software, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions. Additionally, these systems can be connected with web analytics tools, document management services, email marketing programs, workflow tools designed to facilitate the sharing and integration of data across multiple business functions. Finally, open source building automation software is also compatible with mobile applications that allow users to stay connected with their system from any device.
Trends Related to Open Source Browser Extensions and Plugins
- Increased Availability: Open source building automation software is becoming increasingly available as more companies are using it to develop their automation solutions. This has led to greater competition among vendors, allowing customers to have more choices when selecting the best solution for their needs.
- Lower Costs: One of the main benefits of open source building automation software is the cost savings. With no licensing fees associated with using open source products, businesses can often save a significant amount of money compared to traditional proprietary solutions.
- Flexibility: Open source building automation software gives users more control over their systems, allowing them to customize and tailor them to fit their specific needs. This helps ensure that the system will be tailored to the exact requirements of the user, rather than having to conform to a one-size-fits-all solution.
- Security: Open source building automation software also provides enhanced security features, as the code is open for anyone to review and inspect which can help identify and address any potential vulnerabilities before they become an issue.
- Support: Many open source projects have active communities that are willing to provide support and assistance with developing and troubleshooting with their products. This can be invaluable for those who may not have expertise in coding or programming but need assistance with setting up or troubleshooting their systems.
How Users Can Get Started With Open Source Browser Extensions and Plugins
Getting started with open source building automation software can be an exciting yet daunting task. There are a few key steps you should take to ensure you get the most out of your experience. To begin, start by researching and understanding the different types of open source systems available and figure out which would best fit your needs.
Next, choose a specific system such as Home-Assistant or OpenHAB as an example. With open source building automation software it’s important to understand what limitations there are when using this type of software. Make sure you read through any documentation thoroughly for that particular system so that you know what capabilities it has and what might be lacking in terms of features or functionality. It’s also important to read up on any custom plugins or integrations (such as with Amazon Alexa) if applicable for the system you chose – these may require additional setup beyond the initial installation process.
Once all your research is finished, create a list of devices or items that need integration into your home automation setup (e.g., lights, thermostats, security cameras). Go ahead and purchase each item if necessary since they won't come bundled in with most open source systems – though some offer free ones depending on where you shop online or locally.
When all devices have arrived start setting them up one by one following the manufacturer's instructions - pay special attention to their compatibility with open source systems since not all vendors provide official support for those platforms yet (commonly referred with generic terms like “Z-Wave”). Finally, once everything is set up properly download/install your chosen open source system onto a computer running a compatible operating system such as Linux, Windows 10 Home Edition, etc., depending on what platform it requires for full use – there will usually be detailed instructions available from developers along this step too but don’t hesitate to ask questions if needed. You should also consider reading up more about how to configure tasks within building automation software in order ensure optimal usage from day one without much trial & error prior learning curve involved over an extended period time afterwards. Last but not least signup/join community forums discussing relevant topics which could help answer any further queries related project journey moving forward later down line whenever hits stuck after installation phase.
