open source software (OSS)
[/ˈoʊpən ˈsɔːrs ˈsɔːftˌwɛr/]
nounpl: open source software / open source softwares
software de código aberto
1. Computer software whose source code is made available to the public and can be freely used, modified, and distributed under a license that permits these activities
Linux is one of the most popular open source software projects in the world.
Linux é um dos projetos de software de código aberto mais populares do mundo.
2. Software released under a license that guarantees users the freedom to run, study, modify, and redistribute the code
Many companies now contribute to open source software to improve security and innovation.
Muitas empresas agora contribuem para software de código aberto para melhorar a segurança e a inovação.
3. Software development model based on collaborative and transparent development practices
The open source software movement has transformed how developers collaborate globally.
O movimento de software de código aberto transformou a forma como desenvolvedores colaboram globalmente.
Open source software has become increasingly important in both Brazilian and American tech culture. In Brazil, the adoption of open source solutions has grown significantly in government initiatives and educational institutions. In the USA, open source is a cornerstone of innovation in Silicon Valley and major tech companies like Google, Facebook, and Microsoft actively contribute to and use OSS. The term is used professionally across both cultures in software development, IT infrastructure, and academic research.
Related Idioms & Phrases
open source community - the collective group of developers and users contributing to open source projects
open source contribution - the act of participating in and improving open source projects
open source ecosystem - the network of tools, libraries, and projects built on open source principles
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