Comparative Study of Open Source Verses Closed Source with Respect to User’s Perspectives

Authors

  • Shahid Hussain
  • Faisal Bahadur
  • Faqir Gul
  • Arif Iqbal
  • Sumat Nazeer

Keywords:

Linux, Windows, Operating systems.

Abstract

Open source (Linux) verses closed source (Windows) is a vital subject of debate since the inception of computers. In This paper we illustrate the pros and cons of both Linux and window operating system. The paper also compares and analyzes both the operating system and suggests that which one is more customizable, easy to use and faster in running for end user. It also explains the key features of both Linux and window operating system.

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Published

2015-08-04

How to Cite

Hussain, S., Bahadur, F., Gul, F., Iqbal, A., & Nazeer, S. (2015). Comparative Study of Open Source Verses Closed Source with Respect to User’s Perspectives. International Journal of Computer (IJC), 17(1), 30–34. Retrieved from https://www.ijcjournal.org/index.php/InternationalJournalOfComputer/article/view/412

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