+Open source describes a philosophy and development model where software's original source code is made freely available and may be redistributed and modified. This encourages [Collaboration](/wiki/collaboration) and transparency, fostering a global community around shared innovation. It offers a contrasting paradigm to [Proprietary Software](/wiki/proprietary_software), emphasizing freedom and collective growth.
+## See also
+- [Free Software](/wiki/free_software)
+- [Software Development](/wiki/software_development)
+- [Community](/wiki/community)
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