Why is Netscape releasing the Communicator source code?
Netscape is releasing the source code for two reasons. First, we believe that an open source code development process will result in a better product. By leveraging the creative efforts of developers from both outside and within Netscape, we can create a higher-quality, more full-featured Communicator product. Second, by releasing the source code, we will encourage developers and ISVs to use Netscape technology in their own products. Through this process, Netscape client technology will become accessible to more end users.