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GitHub alternatives emerge amid security concerns and TOS changes

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GitHub is facing scrutiny due to a recent security breach and changes to its terms of service, prompting a look at alternatives. The article analyzes various platforms, categorizing them into open-source/self-hosted options like Gitea and Forgejo, and commercial/enterprise solutions such as GitLab and Bitbucket. This comparison aims to help users decide on a new platform or a backup, considering factors like control, privacy, operational complexity, and ecosystem size. AI

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