Which of the following statements is true about Free Software?
Which of the following statements is true about Free Software?
Free Software is defined by the freedoms it grants to users, namely the ability to run, study, modify, and distribute the software. This definition is based on the principles established by the Free Software Foundation. The term 'free' in this context refers to freedom, not price, meaning that while the software can be freely modified by its users, it does not necessarily mean it has to be available free of charge. Therefore, the correct statement about Free Software is that it may be modified by anyone using it.
“Free software” means software that respects users' freedom and community. Roughly, it means that the users have the freedom to run, copy, distribute, study, change and improve the software. “free software” is a matter of liberty, not price.
From wikipedia in agreement with this: A free-software license is a notice that grants the recipient of a piece of software extensive rights to modify and redistribute that software.
Wouldn't the answer be "C"? I would say B is correct if it said Open Source
Its B...Free software aka "Freeware" means it is initially free but then expires and you will have to purchase a license if you plan on continuing use of it
Free software is not freeware. An example of free software would be the Linux kernel.
Yes, you are true. B is about Open Source, while C is about Free Software which is no charge but the developer does not need to open the code, so it is not possible to modify it.
It is ment to be "B" "C" says : It must always be available free of charge. "ALWAYS" It's not always for sure. When the trial expires it's not available for free.
B is correct
To understand the concept, you should think of “free” as in “free speech,” not as in “free beer.” Answer is B
B. Correct answer The Free Software Foundation (FSF) defines free software as being software that ensures that the users have freedom in using, studying, sharing and modifying that software. The term “free” is used in the sense of “free speech,” not of "free of charge." Why are people putting the wrong answer to study. It will take other longer to get the material ingested. Stop doing this people!
B. From wiki: The Free Software movement is a social movement with the goal of obtaining and guaranteeing certain freedoms for software users, namely the freedoms to run the software, to study the software, to modify the software. This is what the question is referring to about "Free Software"
I meant, C is Correct