Edge 2 prep ch16

Which of the following best defines open source software?

• Software that is always free of cost

• Software with source code available for anyone to inspect, modify, and distribute

• Software restricted by copyright and patents

• Software that only runs on Linux

Which of the following is NOT a principle of open source software?

• Free redistribution

• Availability of source code

• Vendor lock-in

• Community collaboration

Which of the following is a difference between open source and proprietary (closed source) software?

• Open source is always free, while proprietary is always paid

• Open source allows modification of source code, proprietary does not

• Proprietary guarantees higher security than open source

• Open source cannot be used in businesses

Which is a key reason firms adopt open source software?

• Guaranteed higher profits

• Lower cost, flexibility, and rapid innovation

• Proprietary ownership of all code

• Exclusivity to a single vendor

Firms often choose open source software because:

• It ensures no security risks

• It allows modification and customization to fit specific needs

• It eliminates the need for technical support

• It guarantees compatibility with all hardware

Which of the following is a business advantage of adopting open source software?

• Reduced dependency on a single vendor

• Guaranteed increase in revenue

• Complete elimination of IT costs

• Built-in customer loyalty

From a managerial perspective, one of the biggest benefits of open source is:

• Predictable upgrade cycles

• Community-driven improvements and rapid innovation

• Exclusive rights to code

• Proprietary patents and licensing

Which of the following is an example of open source software?

• Microsoft Word

• Linux

• Adobe Photoshop

• Apple iOS

Which of the following is NOT open source?

• Apache Web Server

• Firefox Browser

• MySQL Database

• Microsoft Excel

Which pair below both represent open source projects?

• Linux and Firefox

• Windows and Oracle Database

• Photoshop and iOS

• Microsoft Word and macOS