What is open-source software?

A Software that is always free to use

B Software whose source code is publicly available for modification and distribution

C Software that only works on specific devices

D Software made by the government

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Open-source software has its source code publicly available for anyone to inspect, modify, and distribute. Examples include Linux, Firefox, and LibreOffice. It promotes transparency and collaboration.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "What is open-source software?" is Option B: Software whose source code is publicly available for modification and distribution.

The other options — A) Software that is always free to use, C) Software that only works on specific devices, D) Software made by the government — are incorrect for this Computer Science question. As explained above: Open-source software has its source code publicly available for anyone to inspect, modify, and distribute. Examples include Linux, Firefox, and LibreOffice. It promotes transparency and collaboration.

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What is open-source software?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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