Open Source Software

Open Source software is an alternative to buying otherwise pricey programs. Instead of going out and buying the premium program for your need (i.e. picture,movie, music editing), you can go to online website and use their product for free. While these programs can be just as good as their expensive counterparts they also can come with a serious risk. It is not uncommon for Open Source software to often contain things that could be harmful for your computer. In my opinion I think Open Source software is great and should be used by everyone as long as you take the proper precautions.

As a sports management major I do not see myself needing to rely on Open Source software. As for my personal life, I will always be a fan of it and continue to use it. Not only is it cheap but for some programs they can be easier to use and easier to access.

Earlier in the year I posted a blog about Photoshop which is an example of a pricey picture editing software. An open source software that emulates Photoshop is Gimp, for my video I have a chosen a YouTube video which compares the two. Hopefully you will be able to see the difference between the two (besides the price tag) and formulate an opinion on Open Source software.