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What is closed source code?
Closed source means computer programs whose source code is not published except to licensees. It is available to be edited only by the organization that developed it and those licensed to use the software.
What are the examples of closed source software?
Some examples of closed source software are Skype, Google earth, Java, Adobe Flash, Virtual Box, Adobe Reader, Microsoft office, Microsoft Windows, WinRAR, mac OS, Adobe Flash Player etc.
Is it possible to access source code?
Firefox: CTRL + U (Meaning press the CTRL key on your keyboard and hold it down. While holding down the CTRL key, press the “u” key.) Alternatively, you can go to the “Firefox” menu and then click on “Web Developer,” and then “Page Source.” Chrome: CTRL + U.
Is it legal to use closed source software?
Only the owners of the source code have the legal right to access that code. Closed source code cannot be legally altered or copied, and the user pays only to use the software as it is intended—they cannot modify it for new uses nor share it with their communities. The name “free software,” however, has caused a lot of confusion.
Which is more restricted open source or closed source?
Сlosed source software is more restricted than open source software because the source code cannot be changed or viewed. However, such limitation is what may contribute to CSS security and reliability. Usability is a painful subject of open source software. User guides are written for developers rather than to layperson users.
Can a code posted on Stack Overflow be used on closed-source?
The TL;DR version is if you modify the code then no. For example you take some C++ code and you compile it. The compiled code is a modified version of the code you took. As such your project has to be released under the same license.
Is there a security advantage to closed source?
The only security concern that’s viable is if developers keep passwords (oracle, or OS or whatever) in the source code. But that’s a completely separate concern really. Any decent security standard will forbid that absolutely. Mathematically, there’s no security advantage to closed source.