The Free Software Movement advocates for the freedom to use, study, modify, and distribute software. It emphasizes the importance of user rights and community collaboration, promoting software that respects users' freedoms rather than proprietary software that restricts them. Founded by figures like Richard Stallman, the movement led to the creation of the GNU Project and the Free Software Foundation. It aims to create a more equitable digital landscape where users have control over the technology they use, fostering innovation and cooperation among developers and users alike.