3D Printers and Their Support of Open Source Firmware

Explore the world of 3D printing and open source firmware in this comprehensive 36-minute video. Delve into intellectual property rights, including an accessible explanation of open source software. Compare four popular 3D printers: Creality Ender 3 V2, Prusa i3 MK3(s), Monoprice Ultimate 2, and ANET ET4, examining their use of open source software. Learn about inventions, copyrights, patents, source code, and commercial software. Discover the relationship between open source and 3D printing, focusing on RepRap and Prusa. Analyze the importance of open source in the 3D printing industry through a detailed printer comparison. Gain valuable insights into the 3D printing ecosystem and the role of open source firmware in shaping its future.

Introduction
Who Owns an Invention?
Copyrights and Patents
Open Source Defined
What is Source Code?
Commercial Software
Open Source & 3d Printing
Prusa i3 Mk3s
RepRap & Prusa
Creality Ender 3 V2
Monoprice Ultimate 2
Anet ET4
3d Printer Comparison
Does Open Source Matter?