COMPUTER SOFTWARE
TYPES OF SOFTWARE
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Open Source
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Proprietary
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Custom software is specifically for the company, according to the company’s way of doing business, while Off-the-shelf software is readily available and not customized. Off-the-shelf software often falls short of meeting according to specific needs as there will be a lot of unused features in this software.
Detailed explanation-2: -A software and/or hardware product that is commercially ready-made and available for sale, lease, or license to the general public.
Detailed explanation-3: -Buying off-the-shelf software is less expensive than purchasing and maintaining tailor-made software. Payment can be made in installments according to the subscription plan-monthly, quarterly, or yearly. There are some additional fees, like license fees, initial installation, and configuration fees.