What is Open Source Software?

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:45:00 +0000

In the digital age, almost every piece of technology we touch—from our Android smartphones to the servers that power the Indian government’s UPI systems—relies on a concept called Open Source Software. But what exactly does “open source” mean? For many, it sounds like a technical term reserved for “coders” or “geeks,” but its impact on our daily lives and the global economy is profound.

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What is Open Source Software?