In this day and age when you have to pay for just about everything, Open Source is a welcome change. While the pursuit of illegal or pirated copies of programs and licenses are adamant, Open Source practically throws itself at you. For free!
The wonderful thing about Open Source is that it provides most of the basic functions or characteristics of the usual paid softwares or resources – but without the cost. It allows for a freer exchange of ideas. It promotes sharing and collaboration. And most of all, it makes life easier for many people who would otherwise have no choice but to bite the bait of piracy or shell out the necessary cash to gain access to a particular feature or service.