Open source versus closed source. It’s a discussion that often leads to heated arguments and one that will likely continue well beyond its usefulness. The discussion began before many of us realized there would need to be terms such as “malware” and the often incorrectly used “hacker”. Regardless of what side of the discussion you come down on, the term Android has not helped to lessen the veracity of the debate. Since Google released the first Smartphone operating system that was supposed to be completely open source, the debate between BlackBerry, Windows Mobile, iPhone and Symbian users continues to get louder.
Whether you’re new to the Smartphone revolution or are an Android convert from some other platform, there is a reason that you chose Android. Some wanted to break the stuffy business-like feel of the BlackBerry. Others were excited about the possibilities that an operating system built on a Linux kernel with incredible customization capabilities brings. Some wanted something that was friendly or easier to use than the Windows Mobile or their Symbian device. Then there are the ones that just want to be anti-Apple. There are just as many anti-everything-Apple as there are Apple “fanboys” in the world. There are also those that just got a deal from their provider that they couldn’t refuse. Regardless of the reason, Andriod’s market share is growing….
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