Free Software Shouldn't Mean You Can't Make a Buck

Courtesy Linux Today  Thu, 09/18/2008 - 12:03

LinuxInsider: "Why does the GNU General Public License have to be the definitive license for Free and Open Source Software?

Consider the BSD license type -- a more business-friendly variety that allows for businesses to make a profit while preserving the public interest"


 

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