Advantages and disadvantages apply to both open source and commercial software. It all depends on Open source software is often free and is created and updated by a community of developers while commercial programs are professionally developed and not so easily updated or customizable. Open source software's strength lies with the "two heads are better than one" mindset. More ideas are generated with more minds working. There is power in a community.
Commercial application code is owned by the developer and may not be changed by anyone except the developer.
In searching for interactive, live software, one must consider the exact needs of users as well as the purpose of using the program. Thus my problem, for what will the software be used? I have a few criteria I am looking for in a delivery system: it must be able to handle various content delivery media, a method of exchanging documents, synchronous discussions, recording features, messages, and a student records area. I found major differences come in the available features, how the features are accessed and in the quality of recordings. Support for open source programs is often limited by in-house expertise while vendor solution programs have 24/7 support available.
Advantages and disadvantages apply to both open source and commercial software. It all depends on Open source software is often free and is created and updated by a community of developers while commercial programs are professionally developed and not so easily updated or customizable. Open source software's strength lies with the "two heads are better than one" mindset. More ideas are generated with more minds working. There is power in a community.
Commercial application code is owned by the developer and may not be changed by anyone except the developer.
When would an open source application take precedence over a commercial product?
An open source application would need to be used by those needing an up-to-date application with many developers working on solutions to problems. Preventing vendor lock-in is also a good reason to use open source applications. When the vendor says the older version of their software will no longer be supported, that could be a problem for some users who cannot use the newer version.
Open Source (Zaidlearn, Bigbluebutton, AnyMeeting) Vendor Solution (WebEx, GotoMeeting, Adobe, Google+)
developed by a community with common needs developed by professional
may customize, but technical expertise needed must get the vendor to make changes in platform
When would an open source application take precedence over a commercial product?
An open source application would need to be used by those needing an up-to-date application with many developers working on solutions to problems. Preventing vendor lock-in is also a good reason to use open source applications. When the vendor says the older version of their software will no longer be supported, that could be a problem for some users who cannot use the newer version.
Open Source (Zaidlearn, Bigbluebutton, AnyMeeting) Vendor Solution (WebEx, GotoMeeting, Adobe, Google+)
may customize, but technical expertise needed must get the vendor to make changes in platform
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CC0 Public Domain, Free for commercial use, No attribution required
Das, Santanu. "Comparison between Open Source & Vendor Provided Software." OysterConnect, n.d. Web. <https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=890876225667224566#editor/target=post;postID=2728935865769997344;onPublishedMenu=allposts;onClosedMenu=allposts;postNum=0;src=postname>.
Hartley, Matt. "Why Use Open Source Software?" - Datamation. IT Business Edge Site, 14 Dec. 2015. Web. 02 Jan. 2016. <http://www.datamation.com/open-source/why-use-open-source-software-1.html>.
Hiong, Goh Seow. "Open Source vs Commercial Apps: The Differences That Matter II | ZDNet." ZDNet. ZNet, 25 Oct. 2004. Web. 02 Jan. 2016. <http://www.zdnet.com/article/open-source-vs-commercial-apps-the-differences-that-matter-ii/>.
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