[Linux-aus] Re: Chosing an Open Source licence

[Andrew Donnellan]

The FSF has a quick summary of most Free Software licenses
(http://fsf.org/licensing), but I don't know of any site that has what
you're specifically asking for.

andrew

On 4/21/06, Avi Miller <avi.miller at squiz.net> wrote:
> Hey guys,
>
> Hypothetically, if one were to be trying to decide which OSI Approved
> Open Source licence one might hypothetically wish to apply to one's
> product, where would one go to get a nice side-by-side comparison of the
> various licences? It would be great if there was a site that had some
> Australian legal ideas as well.
>
> Essentially, I'm trying to work out which licence would be the best fit
> for a particular product, based on certain commercial requirements. I
> know I can read each licence, but I Am Not A Lawyer and I'd hate to get
> something wrong. :)
>
> Any tips/suggestions appreciated,
> Avi
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