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Add to SafariWhen comparing Fossil vs Kwok Information Server, the Slant community recommends Kwok Information Server for most people. In the question“What are the best bug/issue tracking tools for small development teams?” Kwok Information Server is ranked 9th while Fossil is ranked 10th. The most important reason people chose Kwok Information Server is:
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Specs
Question Ranking
Pros
Pro DSCM + issue tracker + wiki
If you need a (distrubuted) SCM, Fossil comes with a built-in SCM, a wiki and issue tracker.
Pro Self-contained file
The data is stored in one single file. No file structure distributed over a bunch of folders.
Pro Multi platform
The executable is provided for multiple platforms, e.g. Linux, macOS, Windows.
Pro Easy to install
The Fossil application contains one single file. No need to install dependencies.
Pro Web based
No client software needed.
Pro Positive reviews
Positive reviews on SourceForge.
Pro Win, Mac, Linux
Multi platform.
Cons
Con Ticket comments can't be edited
While a ticket can have multiple comments added to it, and (separately) also attachments — if the users have the right permissions — it is impossible to edit a comment after submitting it. This is probably why a comment must be previewed before it can be submitted.
Con Limited
Might be too limited for advanced users, there seems to be no integration with version control systems like GIT or SVN.
