Copyright and License

Frank V. Castellucci frankc at colconsulting.com
Fri May 5 07:23:31 EDT 2000


Neil Hodgson wrote:
> 
> > > I'm looking for something more along the lines of the Python GPL. There
> > > is a Python accepted (Open Source) license, but it points back to the
> > > Python specific one.
> >
> > I don't understand what you're saying.  Assuming nobody else does either,
> > that may explain why you're not getting the answer you want <wink>.
> 
>    I think I understand what Frank wants because I've already done it. If
> you want a license that is just like the Python license but with the serial
> numbers filed off then just do it. Replace all references to "Stichting
> Mathematisch Centrum" and "CNRI" with "Frank V. Castellucci" or whatever you
> wish to call your coding collective.
> 
>    For my version, see:
> http://www.scintilla.org/License.txt
> 
>    A possible reason for this topic turning up is that SourceForge only
> wants to host your project if it uses an open source license. You can pick
> from a pre-approved set which includes the Python license or submit your own
> for consideration so its easier to just use your favourite one from their
> set.
> 
>    Neil

Thanks Neil. Done!

I will also assume that any contributions would in effect have the same
copyright with the authors name in the "filed" off spots.

-- 
Frank V. Castellucci



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