Open source software is computer software in which source code is released under a license that allows users the right to study, change and distribute the software to others.

Open source software promotes collaboration and sharing. Open source software offers more control for developers. It is more secure and stable than proprietary software, because it is constantly scrutinised by a large network of users.

There is open source software for artificial intelligence, CAD, computer simulation, desktop publishing, finance, library management, image editing, mathematics, science, risk management, statistics and surveys, data storage and management, advertising, email, messaging, middleware, remote access, web browsers, websites, web search, education, typing, games, graphics - in fact just about every proprietary software application has an open source equivalent.

What is Open Source Software?

Open source software is computer software in which source code is released under a license that allows users the right to study, change and distribute the software to others.