Licensing

Botbyte License

Botbyte is under the license GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 3, 29 June 2007

The GNU General Public License version 3 (GPLv3) is a widely-used free software license that offers several key freedoms and protections.

Here is a summary in bullet points:

  • Freedom to Run: Users have the freedom to run the program for any purpose.
  • Freedom to Study and Modify: Users can study and modify the source code, but must share modifications under the same license.
  • Freedom to Distribute: Users can distribute copies of the original software, and can charge for this service if they wish.
  • Copyleft: Modified versions must also be licensed under GPLv3. This ensures that all users receive these freedoms.
  • Tivoization Forbidden: Prevents the practice of locking down software in hardware that refuses to run modified versions of the software (named after the practice made popular by TiVo Inc.).
  • Compatibility with Other Licenses: GPLv3 is compatible with more licenses than GPLv2, including Apache License 2.0.
  • Patent Retaliation: The license includes a provision that helps protect users against patent lawsuits.
  • Internationalization: Adapted to be more compatible with international legal systems.
  • No Warranty: Provided without any warranty.
  • Anti-DRM: Includes measures against digital rights management (DRM) technology.
  • License Must Be Preserved in Modified Versions: Modified versions must also be distributed under the GPLv3.
  • Source Code Availability: Source code must be made available when distributing the software.
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