Those software which complies with the four laws are known as free software, they are as follows:
- The freedom to run the program, for any purpose (freedom 0).
- The freedom to study how the program works, and adapt it to your needs (freedom 1). Access to the source code is a precondition for this.
- The freedom to redistribute copies so you can help your neighbor (freedom 2).
- The freedom to improve the program, and release your improvements to the public, so that the whole community benefits (freedom 3). Access to the source code is a precondition for this.
Using Free Software has many benifits they are as follows:- Free Software respects your freedom and privacy: Free Software doesn't contain any spyware, trojans, viruses or adwares because anyone can see and edit the code therfore no single company or person has monopoly in it and hence cannot add anything wrong to it.
- Free Software is free of costs or costs very little: Free software is available free of charge to anyone or available for liitle charge but making a software and hosting on internet costs, so always try donating some bucks.
Visit www.gnu.org for more information
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