This chapter explores the fundamental role of open source in Web3, differentiating it from Web2 by focusing on code openness, user data ownership, and network contribution. It highlights Web3 as a viable business model for open-source projects.
Web3's core is open source, unlike many Web2 applications.
Open source is a building block of Web3, enabling distributed applications and user data ownership.
Web3 allows users to own their data and get paid for using open-source applications.