010-160 Practice Question: The Linux Community And A Career IN Open Source
Which TWO of the following are common benefits of using open source software in an enterprise environment?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Reduced total cost of ownership (TCO) compared to proprietary alternatives
Open source provides cost-effectiveness through lower licensing and the ability to avoid vendor lock-in.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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The inability to modify software
Why it's wrong here
The ability to modify is a core feature, not a limitation.
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Reduced total cost of ownership (TCO) compared to proprietary alternatives
Why this is correct
Lower licensing fees typically reduce TCO.
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Avoidance of vendor lock-in
Why this is correct
Access to source code allows migrating to different vendors or internal management.
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Mandatory inclusion of proprietary drivers
Why it's wrong here
Open source emphasizes free drivers, not proprietary ones.
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Guaranteed 100% bug-free performance
Why it's wrong here
No software is 100% bug-free.
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