I thought open software are only for office applications like word processors, spreadsheets, and PowerPoint presentations. But I recently came across with a new software, alternative to those produced by the
software giant company. OpenSTA is an open source product that allows users to test the performance of their web applications. The product, just like other open software, has its limitations. OpenSTA doesn't possess desirable interface for testing some applications, and the options for its reports are kind of weak.
Firstly, configuring the test scenario is time-wasting. A user needs to follow several steps to achieve the deep-level testing. This is the only open product that is not user-friendly. Another gripe is that it runs only in Microsoft Windows Systems instead of running in Linux operating system. As we all know, Linux is the leading
operating system to run in open software.
Like other web application testers, OpenSTA provides a recorder that users can launch a browser to make a test script. I must admit that I don't like this product that much because I find it lousy unlike other alternative softwares. The only interesting thing about it is that it's for free. For companies that use applications in their businesses, I think it wouldn't hurt to drop by the OpenSTA website to know more about it.
