understanding open source free von laurent andrew (5 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: Good. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Understanding Open Source and Free Software Licensing This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. .

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. annotated edition. 224 pages. 9.25x7.00x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: New. Licensing is a major part of what open source and free software are all about, but it s still one of the most complicated areas of law. This book explains your licensing options, how they compare and interoperate, and how license choices affect project poss.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - If you've held back from developing open source or free software projects because you don't understand the implications of the various licenses, you're not alone. Many developers believe in releasing their software freely, but have hesitated to do so because they're concerned about losing control over their software. Licensing issues are complicated, and both the facts and fallacies you hear word-of-mouth can add to the confusion.Understanding Open Source and Free Software Licensing helps you make sense of the different options available to you. This concise guide focuses on annotated licenses, offering an in-depth explanation of how they compare and interoperate, and how license choices affect project possibilities. Written in clear language that you don't have to be a lawyer to understand, the book answers such questions as: What rights am I giving up How will my use of OS/FS licensing affect future users or future developers Does a particular use of this software--such as combining it with proprietary software--leave me vulnerable to lawsuits Following a quick look at copyright law, contracts, and the definition of 'open source,' the book tackles the spectrum of licensing, including: The MIT (or X), BSD, Apache and Academic Free licenses The GPL, LGPL, and Mozilla licenses The QT, Artistic, and Creative Commons licenses Classic Proprietary licenses Sun Community Source license and Microsoft Shared Source project.The book wraps up with a look at the legal effects--both positive and negative--of open source/free software licensing.Licensing is a major part of what open source and free software are all about, but it's still one of the most complicated areas of law. Even the very simple licenses are tricky. Understanding Open Source and Free Software Licensing bridges the gap between the open source vision and the practical implications of its legal underpinnings. If open source and free software licenses interest you, this book will help you understand them. If you're an open source/free software developer, this book is an absolute necessity.