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Write the difference between the following: Free software and Free and open-source software

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Write the difference between the following:

Free software and Free and open-source software

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Free software:

  • Freedom to run programs for any purpose.
  • Freedom to study the program.
  • Freedom to distribute copies of software.
  • Freedom to modify/improve programs and release improvements to the public.

Free and open source software:

  • It has the distribution of licenses.
  • Availability of source code.
  • Free distribution.
  • The integrity of the Author's Source Code.
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Chapter 11: Societal Impact - Exercise [Page 249]

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NCERT Computer Science [English] Class 11
Chapter 11 Societal Impact
Exercise | Q 12. e) | Page 249
NCERT Informatics Practices [English] Class 12
Chapter 6 Societal Impacts
Exercise | Q 12. e) | Page 192

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