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What does obtaining software actually provide the user?
The right to use the software for specific purposes
What is a software license?
A document describing what users are allowed to do with the software
What is the purpose of a proprietary license?
To prevent users from copying and freely distributing software
What may a proprietary license limit?
The number of users
Duration of use
What are the benefits of proprietary licenses for businesses?
Enables monetization and protects software from misuse
What is a common advantage of proprietary software for customers?
Tends to have better support and higher quality
What is the key characteristic of open-source software?
Can be freely distributed and modified, with accessible source code
What are the benefits of open-source software for businesses?
Allows community contributions to add features
How can customers benefit from open-source software?
Ability to modify the software
Ability to freely redistribute it
What is the impact of violating a software's proprietary license?
Potential legal consequences and penalties
What does free mean in the context of open-source software?
Freedom to use and modify
What does the availability of source code in open-source software enable?
Reviewing and modifying the code