It is about the IOT topics like aurdino uno,breadboard,etc. There's a detailed explanation of it
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Familiarity
Aspect Open Source Hardware Closed Source Hardware
Definition
Hardware whose designs (schematics, blueprints, BOMs,
PCB layouts) are publicly available for anyone to study,
modify, distribute, make, and sell.
Hardware whose design details are proprietary and cannot
be legally replicated or modified without permission.
Accessibility Anyone can access, modify, and share the hardware designs.
Access to design files and specifications is restricted and
controlled by the original manufacturer.
Cost
Typically lower initial costs due to no licensing fees; costs
associated with manufacturing based on free designs.
Costs include development, manufacturing, and often
licensing fees, leading to potentially higher market prices.
Innovation
Promotes innovation through community collaboration and
shared improvements.
Innovation is driven internally by the company’s R&D
team; external innovations are limited by access restrictions.
Customization
High degree of customization is possible due to open access
to design files.
Customization options are often limited to what is offered
by the manufacturer.
Quality Control
Quality can vary widely depending on who produces the
hardware based on the open designs.
Typically consistent quality controlled by standardized
manufacturing processes.
Support
Community-based support, which can vary in quality and
availability.
Professional support provided by the manufacturer, often
including warranties and customer service.
Intellectual Property
Less focus on intellectual property restrictions; designs are
meant to be shared and reused.
Strong protection of intellectual property to maintain control
over manufacturing and distribution.
Development Speed
Can be faster due to community contributions and parallel
development efforts.
Development speed is controlled by the company’s
timelines, resources, and strategic goals.
Security and Reliability
Open designs allow for broad scrutiny, which can improve
security but also expose vulnerabilities.
Proprietary designs are less visible to the public, which can
limit the identification of flaws but also protect against
exploitation.
Market Focus
Often focused on hobbyists, educational sectors, and
innovation communities.
Generally aimed at mass markets, with products designed
for widespread consumer or industrial use.