+ This contains a spreadsheet with good alternatives to non-free programs.
+
+ The rating system takes into an account:
+ Viability for regular users.
+ Actual quality of the program.
+
+ If you have a suggestion or don't agree with a rating or alternative, please create an issue.
+
+ Credit and thanks to:
+
+ https://github.com/flick9000/instead-of?tab=readme-ov-file
+ for some inspiration.
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