This week, we learned about open source software. Two examples discussed in class of open source software include Gimp(which is a substitute for Photoshop) and Audacity(which records music). Open source software is essentially free software that anyone can use. Once you have downloaded to software the user can then change the source codes which are public to fit his/her specific needs. Once you have the software how you like it, the user is then free to distribute his/her version to others. Other examples of open source software include Linux created by Linus Torvalds or OpenOffice.
In the telecommunication field, open source software would be very helpful to someone just starting up. In order to get a job one has to have portfolio of things to show their potential employer. However, there are many programs that one in my field may need that are expensive, like Adobe Photoshop. In order to use these programs someone who lacks the necessary funds can use these cheaper alternatives like Gimp to get the job done. Unfortunately, there are some programs, like Final Cut Pro, that there is not a good open source substitute which are very important in my field for editing videos and such.
Two websites I found that would be useful to one looking for open source software alternatives for their computer are:
Open source software for Windows
Open source software for Macs
Some of the applications such as Mozilla firefox(which I use) are the same for both computers, however certain programs for some functions such as instant messageing are different. I will probably be checking this list out for new programs I can adapt and place on my computer so that I do not have to pay big bucks for the same application.
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