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software open source

[ˈsɔftˌwɛr ˈoʊpən ˈsɔrs]
nounmasculinepl: softwares open source
software de código aberto
1. Computer software whose source code is made available under a license that permits users to use, modify, and distribute the software freely
Linux is a popular example of open source software that developers worldwide can modify and improve.
Linux é um exemplo popular de software open source que desenvolvedores do mundo todo podem modificar e melhorar.
2. Software released under licenses that guarantee access to the source code and freedom to modify it
Many companies now contribute to open source software projects to improve security and innovation.
Muitas empresas agora contribuem para projetos de software open source para melhorar a segurança e inovação.
Synonyms
free softwareFOSS (Free and Open Source Software)software de código abertosoftware livre
Antonyms
proprietary softwareclosed source softwaresoftware proprietáriosoftware de código fechado

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
software de código aberto
Most common and standard term in Brazil
São Paulo
software open source / software de código aberto
Both terms used interchangeably in tech industry
Portugal
software de código aberto / software livre
Preference for 'software de código aberto' in formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

contribute to open source
fork an open source project
open source community
comunidade de código aberto
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