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trendless.tech
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| | | | | While intellectual property generally sits on a spectrum of usage (e.g., free to consume but not distribute, free to distribute if it's also free), software also has its own complexities regarding free use of its code. The broad term for the entire domain was FOSS (Free and Open Source Software), but has more particularly used [...]Read More... from FLOSS Software: How Do You Give Away Software? | |
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shazow.net
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| | | | | [AI summary] An article arguing that permissive open source licenses are more effective than copyleft licenses at fostering collaboration, code reuse, and the creation of public goods, using real-world examples like MongoDB and Elasticsearch to illustrate how restrictive licensing often leads to proprietary forks. | |
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subfictional.com
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| | | | | [AI summary] The article critiques the push for new open source licenses like the Hippocratic License, arguing that they are not necessary for building communities around shared values. It highlights the importance of understanding the foundations of FOSS, engaging in practical community-building, and collaborating rather than imposing singular visions. The author emphasizes that existing licenses and the global commons already provide a framework for contributing to shared values, and that focusing on legal and community efforts outside of licensing is more effective. The piece also stresses the need for collective, evidence-based approaches over individual heroism in driving change. | |
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emanueleferonato.com
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| | | [AI summary] A programmer shares a tutorial on creating a Concentration game prototype using Stencyl and encourages readers to download the source code and check their high scores. | ||
