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Why might a company choose proprietary software over open source?

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Intro to Computing - How Software Works
Why might a company choose proprietary software over open source?
ATo freely modify and share the software
BTo avoid paying for licenses
CTo access the source code for customization
DTo have guaranteed official support and updates
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Consider reasons for choosing proprietary software

    Companies often choose proprietary software for official support, warranties, and regular updates.

  2. Step 2: Match options to this reason

    To have guaranteed official support and updates correctly states the benefit of guaranteed support and updates.

  3. Final Answer:

    To have guaranteed official support and updates -> Option D

  4. Quick Check:

    Proprietary choice = official support [OK]
Quick Trick: Proprietary software offers official support [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Thinking proprietary software is always free
  • Assuming source code is accessible
  • Confusing modification rights

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