What is Open Source Software?

import Callout from '@components/ui/Callout.astro'; ## TL;DR - Open source means anyone can view, use, and improve the code - It powers much of the internet <Callout type="tip" title="Why Open Source?">It’s free, flexible, and community-driven.</Callout> ## What You’ll Learn 1. The open source philosophy 2. How to find and use open source tools 3. Risks and how to mitigate them ## Deep Dive Open source software is built by communities and often reviewed by many eyes, making it secure and reliable. However, support may be limited, and not all projects are actively maintained. Always check for recent updates and active contributors. ## Next Steps - Try a popular open source app (e.g., LibreOffice, GIMP) - Contribute to a project on GitHub