> I am now favourably disposed to the idea of moving towards Open Source, but have to overcome some important issues before I go down that track. I am actively considering the issues and hope I can find workable solutions (such as a large, friendly, wealthy sponsor) in the not-too-distant future.
> 2021
> there simply isn't a way forward with this idea, however admirable it may be and however inclined I might be to undertake it. The reality is that the programs are now so big and my resources so limited, that it simply isn't feasible for me to consider a true open source migration without specific, guaranteed funding and a strong, dedicated team of highly-skilled developer volunteers.
> 2005
> I am now favourably disposed to the idea of moving towards Open Source, but have to overcome some important issues before I go down that track. I am actively considering the issues and hope I can find workable solutions (such as a large, friendly, wealthy sponsor) in the not-too-distant future.
> 2021
> there simply isn't a way forward with this idea, however admirable it may be and however inclined I might be to undertake it. The reality is that the programs are now so big and my resources so limited, that it simply isn't feasible for me to consider a true open source migration without specific, guaranteed funding and a strong, dedicated team of highly-skilled developer volunteers.
This is very sad.