subject: A Free Database May Sound Appealing, But Can You Afford It? [print this page] Before you consider a custom made system, therefore, consider the cost of it's creation, maintenance and support. In the end, "free" software is not really free. Unfortunately, some non-profits have had to learn that the hard way, but you don't have to be one of them. Do your research and if you are concerned about maintenance and support, consider a ready made system. You can easily find one that does everything your organization needs, saves you a lot of headaches and costs less in the long run.
A Free Database May Sound Appealing, But Can You Afford It?
