What WordPress users need to know about the Automattic and WP Engine conflict
Briefly

WordPress has reached its dominant position in the web development landscape because of its ease of use, simple customization, and the ability to run on low-powered servers.
WordPress founder Matt Mullenweg has accused WP Engine of taking advantage of the platform, misusing trademarks, and failing to contribute adequately to the open-source project.
The quarrel between WordPress's founder and WP Engine has involved cease-and-desist letters and lawsuits, causing concerns for users of WP Engine.
The introduction of WordPress transformed website creation and management by providing an easy-to-use open-source solution that didn’t require extensive programming skills.
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