Software Types and Categories

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Across
  1. 2. Ready-made software designed for general use by a wide audience.
  2. 4. Fully functional software provided at no cost, but usually closed source.
  3. 6. Fully customized software developed specifically for one client or organization’s unique requirements.
  4. 8. Proprietary software; source code is not accessible to users.
Down
  1. 1. Software built into hardware devices to control specific functions, often with limited user interaction.
  2. 3. Distributed for free initially, but requires payment for full functionality or continued use.
  3. 5. Standard software that is slightly adapted or configured for specific organizational needs.
  4. 7. Source code is freely available for modification and redistribution.