What is Open Source Software

These days we keep hearing about open source software. However, what is this 'software' is the question. In this write-up, we will get to know more about it.

Mississauga, Canada (prHWY.com) October 11, 2012 - These days we keep hearing about open source software. However, what is this 'software' is the question. In this write-up, we will get to know more about it. When we buy or for that matter download a software, it normally comes in ready to use version. The code of the software is compiled, due to which the internal code of the software is not visible to the user. In other words, the source code is not visible and/or accessible to the user. Therefore, making any kind of changes to the computer software is almost impossible. This is an advantage which is harnessed by most commercial software manufacturers. Compiling a code helps them to keep the source code to themselves and reduce the chances of it being copied. This also ensures, they are able to work on enhancing the product and give better quality product with every release. However, an open source software is just the opposite of this. There are different examples of software, that we use in our daily use. You will come across these software in all types. Let's find out, what is it exactly.


What is Open Source Software?


There are different types of application software, which have come into the market, where the source code comes along with the compiled software. The end user is encouraged to modify and/or customize the software. The makers of open source software is that when you encourage people with interest in software to alter the software code, the end result is more useful and errors are minimized over a period of time. There are many open source software examples. Some of the ones we regularly use are web browsers like Mozilla Firefox, a software application similar to Microsoft Office is Open Office, etc. Apart from the software, there are open source computer operating systems as well. The most commonly used open source operating systems are Linux and Ubuntu. These are different types of operating systems, where changes can be carried out by the end user to suit his needs. You may not be aware that there are open source resource for handheld computers available as well.


Features of Open Source Software


For a software to be classified under open source category, it should have certain features. Having access to the code running the software is not sufficient. Along with it, certain conditions have to be fulfilled by the said software, for it to fall under the said category.


Freely Distributed

It is important that the software is freely distributed. In some cases, the software can also be a part of a package, which is sold. The classic example of this can be Red Hat distribution of Linux. There is no restriction on the license, which prevents any one from selling or giving away the entire software or a part of the software. There is no need to pay any royalty or any kind of fees for the same...


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