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This primer provides a broad perspective on the localization of Free/Open Source Software (FOSS) for the benefit of policy- and decision-makers in developing countries. It highlights the benefits and strategies of FOSS localization, along with case studies from various countries that are on the road to software freedom.

The primer includes

• an introduction to localisation and the benefits of choosing FOSS over proprietary software
• a survey of initiatives and efforts in the localisation of FOSS within the Asia-Pacific region, including best practices and lessons learned
• case studies of localisation efforts in Cambodia, Lao PDR and Thailand
• recommendations on technical issues, resource allocation, skills and tools, implementation, costs and language considerations.

To help localisers get started, two annexes regarding key concepts and the technical aspects of localisation are provided. These are intended for project managers and implementers who are planning software localisation projects. [author]

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