About Open Source

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What is Open Source

“Computer programs or operating systems for which the source code is publicly available are referred to as open-source software. Inherent in the open source philosophy is the freedom of a distributed community of programmers to modify and improve the code. The most widely known example of open-source software is the Linux operating system” iet.ucdavis.edu

“A definition of software that includes freely available access to source code, redistribution, modification, and derived works.” Opensource.org

Attributes of Open Source

  • Licenses are free
  • Code can be updated, modified and contributed by anyone
  • It is reliable and secure
  • It is as functional and complete as any proprietary product
  • Products cover all aspects of IT needs
    • Office Automation
    • Business/Industrial Automation
    • Operating Systems & Infrastructure
    • Networking, storage, and distribution
  • It is available worldwide
  • It is widely embraced and used by private, commercial, and governmental entities around the world

OpenPractice™

InfoSecure Open Systems & Solutions provides the OpenPracticeTM, a suite of secure and reliable solutions and services merging voice and data applications across trusted networks using Open-source technology and applications.

The OpenPracticeTM enable solutions covering all of the aspects of IT needs including Office, Business, and Industrial Automation.

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