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Free and open-source Learning Management Systems (LMS) have experienced steady growth due to their flexibility and cost-effectiveness. These tools enable educators and organizations to create, manage, and deliver content with ease and efficiency. However, as with any technology, there are also pros and cons attached to its use. In this article, we present both sides and help readers make an informed decision.
Mentioned below are some of the advantages of open source LMS tools.Cost EfficiencyFor one, open-source LMS tools are very affordable. Unlike commercial products, these platforms are usually free of licensing fees. This lowers costs to such an extent that they appeal to universities and small businesses with tight budgets.Customization FlexibilityThe software being open-source offers the flexibility of modifying it according to the requirements. The source code is openly available, enabling users to tailor the...
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Nigerias entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of renowned live band leader and music icon, Akinloye Tofowomo, popularly known as Akiin Shuga.
In an official family statement released on Monday, the family confirmed that the revered musician and founder of Shuga Band and Shuga Entertainment passed away in New Brunswick, Canada.
The statement described Akiin Shuga as more than a musician, portraying him as a custodian of rhythm, culture, and the spirit of performance.
For over three decades, Akiin Shuga stood tall as one of Nigerias most respected live performers, leading his band with grace, mastery, and purpose. Beyond his music, he also inspired and mentored many young talents within and outside Nigerias entertainment space.
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Key Senate Dem Says Party Caved on Shutdown to Make a Symbolic Point About the GOP
Outraged voters and politicians alike are demanding to know why a group of Senate Democrats sided with Republicans to reopen the government without securing any concessions on preserving health care coverage — just days after the party swept last week’s elections with a burst of energy fueled, in part, by its willingness to fight back.
Democrats had spent weeks arguing that the longest shutdown in history was necessary to make sure health care subsidies administered under the Affordable Care Act were preserved in the next spending package. They won’t be: Instead, Senate Republicans agreed to hold a separate vote on ACA subsidies by the end of the year. With Republicans in the majority, Democrats are almost guaranteed to lose.
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Is your iPhone too old? This is how long Apple supports iPhones for
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Image: FoundryIf you are thinking of buying an older generation or used/refurbished iPhone, or wondering whether it’s worth upgrading your current iPhone to a new one, one important factor to consider is how long Apple will continue to offer support for that handset. The good news is that Apple supports iPhones for a long time. In general, you can get seven to eight years of security-related software updates, while battery and other repairs are often available on five to seven-year-old handsets, according to Apple’s own Vintage and Obsolete categorizations. More on that below.
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