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What is free software?
What is free software?
- Software that is not owned by the users.
- Software that is available at no cost to the user.
- Software that has no restrictions on commercial use.
- Software that gives users the freedom to run, study, distribute, and modify it. (correct)
What distinguishes free software from open-source software?
What distinguishes free software from open-source software?
- The ability to distribute the software commercially.
- The absence of any fees for using the software.
- The freedom to make a modified version for private use. (correct)
- The lack of restrictions on user activities.
Why is it a common misconception that 'free' in 'free software' means no fee is required?
Why is it a common misconception that 'free' in 'free software' means no fee is required?
- Due to the lack of clarity in the definition of 'free software'.
- Because free software is often not widely available.
- Due to the association of 'free' with no cost in everyday language. (correct)
- Because free software can only be used for non-commercial purposes.
What does it mean for software to be proprietary?
What does it mean for software to be proprietary?
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What opportunities can free software licenses provide for developers?
What opportunities can free software licenses provide for developers?
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What is a characteristic of nearly all open-source software?
What is a characteristic of nearly all open-source software?
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What does 'free' in 'free software' refer to?
What does 'free' in 'free software' refer to?
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What does a free software license allow developers to do?
What does a free software license allow developers to do?
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