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Open-source software

Software with source code available for modification and distribution


Open-source software is software that is freely available with its source code, enabling anyone to view, modify, and distribute it. Examples include the Linux kernel, Firefox, and LibreOffice.

Features

  • Transparency
  • Collaboration-driven development
  • Freedom to modify

Licenses

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