2.1 types of software

Question 1

what are the characteristics of opensource software?

Answer 1

Users have the right to run the software, inspect, modify and distribute the source code/software

Question 2

what is closed source software?

Answer 2

Software distributed under a licence agreement to authorise users with private modification, copying and republishing restrictions

Question 3

what is off-the-shelf software?

Answer 3

Designed for a wide range of consumers with standard design and framework.

Cheaper to build than bespoke software but may need to pay for updates

Question 4

what is bespoke software?

Answer 4

Designed to meet the specific needs of a business.

More expensive to build.

Continually dependent on the developer

Question 5

what is shareware?

Answer 5

Provides you with the opportunity to try it before you buy it.

You get more personal service from the developers.

Cheaper than off-the-shelf packages.

Question 6

what is freeware?

Answer 6

Copyrighted by the developer.

Developer retains the right to control the distribution, modify and sell the software

Question 7

what is embedded software?

Answer 7

Used to control machines or devices not typically considered as computers. Specialised for the hardware that runs on it. Has time and memory constraints