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CCSP · Question #241

Which of the following types of organizations is most likely to make use of open source software technologies?

The correct answer is C. Universities. Universities are highly likely to utilize open-source software due to its cost-effectiveness, flexibility for research, and alignment with academic collaboration.

Submitted by saadiq_pk· Apr 18, 2026Cloud Concepts, Architecture and Design

Question

Which of the following types of organizations is most likely to make use of open source software technologies?

Options

  • AGovernment agencies
  • BCorporations
  • CUniversities
  • DMilitary

How the community answered

(44 responses)
  • A
    5% (2)
  • C
    93% (41)
  • D
    2% (1)

Why each option

Universities are highly likely to utilize open-source software due to its cost-effectiveness, flexibility for research, and alignment with academic collaboration.

AGovernment agencies

Government agencies often have strict compliance and security requirements that can make the adoption of uncertified open-source software challenging, though some do use it.

BCorporations

Corporations, while increasingly using open-source, often rely on commercial support and certified solutions for critical business processes, and may have intellectual property concerns.

CUniversitiesCorrect

Universities and academic institutions frequently leverage open-source software because it often reduces costs, promotes collaboration among researchers and students, allows for customization and modification for specific research needs, and aligns with the ethos of open knowledge and sharing.

DMilitary

Military organizations typically have the most stringent security and assurance requirements, making them less likely to use unvetted open-source software for critical systems.

Concept tested: Open source software adoption drivers

Topics

#Open Source Software#Organizational Adoption#Software Selection

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