It is said that using open source software is like getting a free puppy—both have no upfront costs, but require a lot of effort on the backend. In this program, Fang Wang, a digital information management librarian at Texas Tech University's School of Law Library, will share her experiences with establishing open source institutional repositories and discuss why her library adopted a “free” puppy. She also will discuss the challenges her library faced, including keeping the software current, facing development issues, and implementing staff training.