Question

A small tech startup, is considering using open source software to develop their new project management tool. They are evaluating the benefits and potential challenges of adopting open source solutions.

1. Identify one key benefit of using open source software for the development of project management tool.
2. Give any two examples of open source software.

Answer 1

1. Advantages of using open-source software:
   • Cost-effective
   • Easily customizable
   • Supported by a large community
   • Secure
   • Enables faster development
2. Examples of open-source software:
   • Linux
   • Apache
   • MySQL
   • LibreOffice