The Adoption of Open Source Software Among Universities in Iraq: The Moderating Role of AI Capability

IF 4.3 Q1 PSYCHOLOGY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY

Human Behavior and Emerging Technologies Pub Date : 2025-02-13 DOI:10.1155/hbe2/9937783

Mustafa Moosa Qasim, Ali Raad Abdulkareem, Radhwan Sneesl

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Open source software (OSS) is a trendy innovation that is being used by all organizations. However, the usage of OSS is still limited in higher education. This research examines the adoption of OSS among universities in Iraq, focusing on the moderating role of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. The research is aimed at exploring how factors such as perceived ease of use (PEOU), compatibility, perceived risk, security, and cost-effectiveness influence OSS adoption. Using a quantitative research methodology, data was collected from 272 university decision-makers and analysed using Smart PLS 4. The results of the study indicate that factors such as PEOU, compatibility, perceived risk, security, and cost-effectiveness have a significant positive influence on the adoption of OSS. The research findings provide valuable insights for decision-makers in university settings who are grappling with the intricate process of adopting OSS. These findings offer valuable insights for higher education institutions in Iraq and other developing regions seeking to adopt OSS.

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伊拉克大学采用开源软件：人工智能能力的调节作用

开源软件（OSS）是一种流行的创新，被所有组织所使用。然而，开放源码软件在高等教育中的使用仍然有限。本研究考察了伊拉克大学采用OSS的情况，重点关注人工智能（AI）能力的调节作用。这项研究的目的是探索诸如感知易用性（PEOU）、兼容性、感知风险、安全性和成本效益等因素如何影响OSS的采用。使用定量研究方法，从272所大学决策者收集数据，并使用Smart PLS 4进行分析。研究结果表明，PEOU、兼容性、感知风险、安全性和成本效益等因素对OSS的采用有显著的积极影响。研究结果为正在努力解决采用OSS的复杂过程的大学环境中的决策者提供了有价值的见解。这些发现为寻求采用开源软件的伊拉克和其他发展中地区的高等教育机构提供了宝贵的见解。

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Human Behavior and Emerging Technologies Social Sciences-Social Sciences (all)

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期刊介绍： Human Behavior and Emerging Technologies is an interdisciplinary journal dedicated to publishing high-impact research that enhances understanding of the complex interactions between diverse human behavior and emerging digital technologies.