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Q395

What is the name given to the software which can be legally compiled and often used for free?

A.
Shareware program
B.
Public domain program
Answer
C.
Firmware program
D.
Mindware
E.
None of the above

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Public-domain software (program) refers to any program that is not copyrighted. Public-domain software (program) is free and can be used without restrictions. The term public-domain software is often used incorrectly to include freeware, free software that is nevertheless copyrighted.