The State of Python

[Carey Evans]

Paul Duffin <pduffin at hursley.ibm.com> writes:

> What does GPL compatible mean ? 

It means you can distribute a program derived from both GPL-licensed
code and (in this case) CNRI-licensed code, given the conditions in
section 6 of the GPL:

   ... You may not impose any further restrictions on the recipients'
   exercise of the rights granted herein. ...

For example, the Apache license is not GPL-compatible because it
adds an additional restriction:

   3. All advertising materials mentioning features or use of this
      software must display the following acknowledgment:
      "This product includes software developed by the Apache Group
      for use in the Apache HTTP server project (http://www.apache.org/)."

This means you can't distribute a program based on Apache-licensed and
GPL-licensed software.

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