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Open-Source Software Characteristics

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What is the main characteristic of open-source software?

It is available only for purchase.

It has restrictions on modification.

It can be used, modified, and redistributed freely. (correct)

It is only accessible via a subscription model.

Which type of software is typically provided with restrictions on modification and redistribution?

Retail software (correct)

Web apps

Open-source software

Custom software

Which of the following types of software allows for the modification of its internal instructions?

Web apps

Retail software

Proprietary software

Open-source software (correct)

What distinguishes custom software from open-source software?

<p>Custom software is developed for specific needs and typically not shared widely. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about web apps is accurate?

<p>Web apps can be accessed through a web browser. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Open-source software

Software that allows users to use, modify, and share it freely.

Software

Set of instructions for a computer to follow

Copyright Holder

The owner of the legal right to reproduce and distribute software.

Modification

Changing software's internal instructions.

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Redistribution

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Open-Source Software Characteristics

Open-source software is freely usable, modifiable, and redistributable.
Copyright holders place no restrictions on altering the source code or sharing modified versions.

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This quiz explores the defining traits of open-source software, emphasizing its freedom to use, modify, and redistribute. Test your understanding of how copyright influences open-source practices.