What is Open Source?

The term "Open Source" refers to something that people can modify and share freely, because its design and structure are publicly accessible.

What is open source software (OSS)?

Open source software is a type of software that anyone can inspect, modify, and improve.

"Source code" is the part of a program that most computer users never see — it is the code that developers can manipulate to change a "program" or "application." Developers who have access to the source code can improve a program by adding new features or fixing parts that don't always work correctly.

Are open source programs only for developers?

No. Open source technology and open source thinking benefit both developers and non-developers alike.

Since early pioneers built much of the internet on open source technologies — such as the Linux kernel and the Apache web server — anyone who uses the internet today is benefiting from open source software.

Why do people prefer to use open source software?

Control. Many people prefer open source software because they have greater control over it. They can examine the code to make sure it isn't doing anything they don't want, and they can change the parts they don't like. Non-developer users also benefit, as they can use open source software for any purpose they choose, rather than being restricted by someone else's intentions.

Security. Some people prefer open source software because they consider it more secure and stable than proprietary software. Since anyone can view and modify the source code, someone is more likely to spot and fix errors or vulnerabilities that the original authors may have missed.

Stability. Many users prefer open source software for important, long-term projects over proprietary alternatives. Since developers publicly distribute the source code, those who rely on it can be confident that their tools won't disappear or deteriorate if the original creators stop working on them.

Source: https://opensource.com/resources/what-open-source

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