OPEN-SOURCE AND CLOSED-SOURCE PROJECTS: A FAIR COMPARISON

Cristian Avatavului (), Andrei-Iulian Cucu (), Alexandru-Mihai Gherghescu (), Costin-Anton Boiangiu (), Iulia-Cristina Stanica (), Catalin Tudose (), Mihai-Lucian Voncila () and Daniel Rosner ()
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Cristian Avatavului: University “Politehnica†of Bucharest, Romania
Andrei-Iulian Cucu: University “Politehnica†of Bucharest, Romania
Alexandru-Mihai Gherghescu: University “Politehnica†of Bucharest, Romania
Costin-Anton Boiangiu: University “Politehnica†of Bucharest, Romania
Iulia-Cristina Stanica: University “Politehnica†of Bucharest, Romania
Catalin Tudose: University “Politehnica†of Bucharest, Romania
Mihai-Lucian Voncila: University “Politehnica†of Bucharest, Romania
Daniel Rosner: University “Politehnica†of Bucharest, Romania

Journal of Information Systems & Operations Management, 2023, vol. 17, issue 2, 1-22

Abstract: The objective of this study is to provide a comprehensive comparison between open-source projects and closed-source projects by examining several key aspects, including the number of contributors or employees, the number of features introduced per project, the number of vulnerabilities present in the software, revenue or profit, and project management techniques. By comparing these aspects across a range of open-source and closed-source projects, we aim to evaluate the potential for these distribution models to complement each other and identify the contexts in which one model may be more effective than the other. This analysis seeks to provide valuable insights for stakeholders involved in software development, including developers, project managers, and decision-makers. In conclusion, this study provides a nuanced comparison of open-source and closed-source software projects, addressing key areas like contributor numbers, feature development, vulnerabilities, revenue, and project management. The insights gained are intended to guide stakeholders in software development, helping to discern which model is more effective in various contexts and how they might complement each other.

Date: 2023
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