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Open Source – is just like Freeware – right?

April 26, 2017freeware open source right

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Open Source – is just like Freeware – right?

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Not at all. The reason its called ‘Open Source’ quite simply is because the source code is available. You can modify anything you want. Not all Freeware is released with the source and in some cases Freeware is simply used to lead you into a purchase of the ‘Professional’ version. Remember, however, depending on the Open Source license that covers the software you may be obligated to make any changes public (Open) if you supply it to others.

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Q3. Open Source – there is no support and no documentation. Q4. Open Source – I’m in business I want professional support. Q5. Open Source – can’t be any good if it costs nothing. Q6. Open Source – just used by a few cheap skates. Q7. Open Source – means I can get sued by SCO. Q8. Open Source – so how do they they pay for it. Q9. Open Source – so I get hooked and everything stops – I’m stuck. Q10. Open Source – its open to hackers and security compromises. Q11. Open Source – what do you mean its licensed!