1. 3.0 The Latest Open Source Application
Software
3.1 Meaning of Open Source Application
Software
Open Source Application Software (also called as end-user
programs) includesdatabase programs, word processors,
and spreadsheets. It is free to use, change, andimprove the
software, and to redistribute it in modified or unmodified
forms.
3.2 Examples of Open Source Application
Software
Open Office
An office application set (for word processing, spreadsheet
manipulation, picture drawing and data base access)
compatible with all other major officeapplication sets such
as Office and available for Windows and Mac as well as
Linuxand other UNIX systems.
Squirrel Mail
An email application (for reading and writing email
through a web client program) supporting IMAP and SMTP
and available for Windows and Mac as well asLinux and
other UNIX systems.