Original Source: OpenSource.com

The term “open source” refers to something people can modify and share because its design is publicly accessible. 

The term originated in the context of software development to designate a specific approach to creating computer programs. Today, however, “open source” designates a broader set of values—what we call “the open source way (https://opensource.com/open-source-way).” Open source projects, products, or initiatives embrace and celebrate principles of open exchange, collaborative participation, rapid prototyping, transparency, meritocracy, and community-oriented development.

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