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What is one of the benefits proposed for OSS/FS according to the text?

  • Decreased innovation
  • High cost compared to proprietary software
  • Limited choice for software consumers
  • Lack of proprietary lock-in (correct)

    • Which factor is NOT introduced as an issue in OSS/FS in the text?

  • Licensing
  • Availability of support and migration
  • Security and stability
  • Hardware requirements (correct)

    • What is one of the reasons why Brazil and Peru are moving toward OSS/FS solutions?

  • To ensure long-term access to data through open standards (correct)
  • To limit interoperability by using proprietary software
  • To increase reliance on proprietary software
  • To reduce costs by investing in proprietary software

    • What is the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) related to in the context of OSS/FS?

    <p>Sum of all expenses related to ownership and use of a product over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country has a policy favoring OSS/FS according to the text?

    <p>South Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What misconception does the text address regarding OSS/FS being free?

    <p>It is never actually free but comes with hidden costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does licensing play in the OSS/FS community?

    <p>It is the operative tool to convey rights and redistribution conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Apart from low cost, what other reasons are mentioned for organizations adopting OSS/FS?

    <p>Security, reliability, and stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important aspect to consider OSS/FS besides a philosophy and development model?

    <p>Licensing model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one significant benefit associated with OSS/FS projects according to the text?

    <p>Supporting open standards and providing a level playing field</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should one seek proper legal counsel when reviewing the impact of licenses or contracts?

    <p>To ensure compliance with legal requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of OSS/FS solutions in terms of data access?

    <p>Long-term access to data through open standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the final step in choosing a software package according to the text?

    <p>Writing a detailed review</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as a criterion for assessing software packages?

    <p>Price</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of installing and testing each software package according to the text?

    <p>To assess factors like ease of use and migration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can information on OSS/FS packages be found according to the text?

    <p>In directo- ries like OSDir.com and OpenSourceCMS.com</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done after comparing software packages with the needs and constraints according to the text?

    <p>Develop a short list of three to five software packages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for key users to test the software packages according to the text?

    <p>To assess factors such as ease of use and user response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does licensing, as defined by Merriam-Webster, involve?

    <p>Giving the user permission to use something</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of agreement is common in software licensing?

    <p>End-user licensing agreement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Microsoft EULA specifically prohibit regarding software?

    <p>Disassembly, inspection, or reverse engineering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do licensing terms differ between proprietary software and OSS/FS?

    <p>Proprietary software focuses on restrictions, while OSS/FS focuses on permissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do most software manufacturing companies hold for software created by their employees?

    <p>Copyrights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may be a significant part of capital assets for large software companies like Oracle or Microsoft?

    <p>Intellectual property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between the Microsoft EULA and the GPL in terms of software usage?

    <p>The GPL allows selling and modifying software, while the Microsoft EULA does not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence mentioned in the text regarding the liability aspect of the GPL?

    <p>Any general, special, incidental, or consequential damages are not covered under the GPL.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the GPL require in terms of distributing source code?

    <p>Source code must be distributed along with the software when redistributed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivates the usage of the GPL in open-source software or free software (OSS/FS)?

    <p>To ensure permanent open-source availability once a program is released as OSS/FS.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key limitation on commercial software companies regarding modifying GPL programs?

    <p>They cannot modify a GPL program and then sell it under a different proprietary license.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes the liability clause in the GPL?

    <p>Copyright holders are exempt from liability for general, special, incidental, or consequential damages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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