Carter Is the Web Designer for an Open Source Project

question 29

Multiple Choice

Carter is the Web designer for an open source project. He has created a program that facilitates the easy collation of data for a large-scale logistics firm. Which of the following is true of the source code for Carter's program?

• A)It is less stable and platform dependent.
• B)It is available to the public.
• C)It is highly protected and obtained only by having a license.
• D)It is available only to carefully vetted contractors.

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