OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE
Open source software(OSS) is a computer software with its source code made availablewith licence that the copyright owner holds that is used to provide rights to study,change and distribute the software to anyone for any purpose.In short owner is everything in here.the term is written without hyphen(-) as"open source software". ADVANTAGE AND DISADVANTAGES: Open source software is usually easier to obtain than proprietary software, often resulting in increased use. Additionally, the availability of an open source implementation of a standard can increase adoption of that standard. It has also helped to build developer loyalty as developers feel empowered and have a sense of ownership of the end product. Moreover, lower costs of marketing and logistical services are needed for OSS. OSS also helps companies keep abreast of technology developments. It is a good tool to promote a company's image, including its commercial products. The OSS development approach has h...