L1: Introduction to Open Source Technology Flashcards

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refers to computer software whose source code is made available to the public

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Open Source Software

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What can we do in an Open Source Software?

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anyone can view, modify, and distribute the code

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What does the openness of source code do?

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Allows collaboration, transparency, and community-driven development

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How is Open Source software developed?

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It is developed in a collaborative manner. having contributions from diverse developers.

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When did Open Source movement began?

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early days of computing

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When did open source gained momentum?

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1980s and 1990s

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played a crucial role by promoting the idea of free software

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The Free Software Foundation

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Who founded the Free Software Foundation?

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Richard Stallman

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When was Free Software Foundation founded?

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1985

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When was the term “open source” coined?

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1998

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Who made the term “open source”?

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Eric S. Raymond and Bruce Perens

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Benefits of Open Source Software to small businesses

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  • Cost-effective
  • Customization
  • Community Support
  • Security
  • Flexibility
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Pros of Open Source Software

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  1. Cost Savings
  2. Customization
  3. Community Support
  4. Transparency
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Cons of Open Source Software

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  1. Learning Curve
  2. Compatibility Issues
  3. Limited Vendor Support
  4. Fragmentation
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An open source, Unix-based operating system kernel

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Linux Operating System

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A widely used web server software

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Apache Web Server

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An open source web browser

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Mozilla Firefox

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A free and open-source office suite

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LibreOffice

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An open source relational database management system

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MySQL

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An open source content management system for website development

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WordPress

21
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software that is available for free but may have limitations on usage, distribution, or modification. Users are not required to pay for freeware.

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Freeware

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refers to software that is not only available at no cost but also comes with the freedom to view, modify, and distribute the source code. The emphasis is on freedom, as defined by the Free Software Foundation.

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Free Software

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Software that is initially provided for free, but users are typically encouraged to pay a fee for continued use or access to additional features. It is often distributed with trial periods or limited functionality.

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Shareware