The distinction matters because it affects control. With open-source, users have agency to fix bugs, add features, or fork a ...

Open-source software allows anyone to modify, enhance, or view the source code behind it. It can encourage collaboration in ...

A new open-source tool is reshaping how engineers design multi-material objects. Charles Wade, a Ph.D. student in the ...

A new open-source software tool is changing the way engineers design and print complex 3D objects. Developed at the University of Colorado Boulder, the program—called OpenVCAD—lets users easily design ...

The Steam Deck was a revolution in mobile gaming for PC, but it was also one for a reason most people weren't aware of: bringing Linux to the masses. The Steam Deck runs SteamOS, its own custom ...

For every yin, there’s a yang; for every action, a reaction; and for every piece of proprietary software, there’s an open source alternative. Or something like that. There are potential downsides to ...

Open source software thrives on transparency and collaboration ... requiring prior approval for any AI-derived code, for example. Regular training and awareness are key so developers understand both ...

Mobility is changing before our eyes once again, and the importance of increased safety and security is greater than ever. While the automotive industry evolves at a fast pace, the notion of ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Open-source software powers the majority of today’s businesses. An estimated 70% to 90% of ...

A Cornell doctoral student has developed an open-source software package that could transform how engineers design floating ...

The open-source development ecosystem has experienced a significant rise in malicious software components, putting enterprises on high alert for software supply chain attacks. Malware is infiltrating ...