Open Sourced vs Closed Sourced Software’s
On the internet, software can either be open or closed. This meaning that the code is publicly available or unavailable to users. This can play a part in what software type is used by the audience. By delving into both sources, you are able to achieve a comparative study between the two software’s.
Open Source is publicly available to users as it uses a code which is allowed for modification as it is free. An issue for open source software’s is the risk that if it becomes closed, generativity dies. Open Sourced products have more risks which attach itself with the product than the audience thinks. Security is a big issue for not only the audience but the big multi-national companies. This is seen in the Facebook drama which evolves around its security.
Closed Source software is not available to public as the code is not accessible. The software usually keeps to a stable and focus product, while also costing money. A positive includes service and support. This is a closed sourced software’s greatest advantage. Manuals and customer service is available with the software, making the high cost of the product worthwhile.
A common example of a battle of software sources is the battle between Apple and Android. Both software’s aim to one-up each other through customising their products and adding innovative features.
James Muggeridge 