Why #GPL? "Using the #GNU GPL will require that all the released improved versions be free software. This means you can avoid the risk of having to compete with a proprietary modified version of your own work." More at https://u.fsf.org/3kr

Speaking about what is happening in #USA, but speaking also about #FOSS, I #askFedi and specifically European software people out there: what do you think about replacing #GPL with #EUPL to give a general signal (and sort of software tariff, if you want) to USA government?

From the preamble of the #GNU #GPL: '[T]he GNU General Public License is intended to guarantee your freedom to share and change all versions of a program--to make sure it remains free software for all its users. [...]' https://u.fsf.org/3kz

At the FSF, the licensing team is often asked, "What is the difference between an 'aggregate' and other kinds of 'modified versions'?" Read the answer on our #GNUGPLFAQ: https://u.fsf.org/3tx #GPL

Microsoft turns 50 today. What better way to celebrate than by making Windows #FreeSoftware under the #GPL - where users actually control their computers.

It's never too late to start respecting the rights of the user, Microsoft. #SoftwareFreedom

What if I discover a possible violation of the GPL? "You should report it. First, check the facts as best you can. Then tell the publisher or copyright holder of the specific GPL-covered program." Read the full answer https://u.fsf.org/3ks #GNUGPLFAQ #GPL

Developers, let's empower and protect users and the community by releasing your software under the #GNU #GPL. https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-howto.html By doing so, you're taking a stand for user rights and defending against proprietary software. Your contributions can help move #FreeSoftware forward. Together, we can build software that belongs to everyone. Join the movement and make a difference! #SoftwareFreedom

Does the #GPL require that source code of modified versions be posted to the public? "The GPL does not require you to release your modified version, or any part of it. You are free to [...]" Read the full answer at https://u.fsf.org/3kt

Is there something like the #MITLicense (or #GPL) that is copyleft/permissive EXCEPT not allowing training, etc., of #ML / #AI / #LLM ?

What does it mean to say that two licenses are "compatible?" Read the answer on our #GPLFAQ page: https://u.fsf.org/3wl #GPL

What does it mean to say that two licenses are "compatible?" Read the answer on our #GPLFAQ page: https://u.fsf.org/3wl #GPL

→ Une #intelligence #artificielle libre est-elle possible ?
https://linuxfr.org/news/une-intelligence-artificielle-libre-est-elle-possible#toc-le-r%25C3%25A9seau-de-neurones

« Posons-nous un instant la question : qu’est-ce que le #code #source d’un réseau de #neurones ? […] La #GPL fournit une définition : le code source est la forme de l’œuvre privilégiée pour effectuer des #modifications. Dans cette acception, le code source d’un réseau de neurones serait l’#algorithme d’entraînement, le réseau de neurones de départ et le #corpus sur lequel le réseau a été entraîné »

#licesing question.

People share (a)gpl code on github. Github is not available everywhere (even read access I think).

Does that break the GPL?

"...must prominently offer all users interacting with it remotely through a computer network (if your version supports such interaction) an opportunity to receive the Corresponding Source of your version by providing access to the Corresponding Source from a network server at no charge, through some standard or customary means of facilitating copying of software"

(AGPL 3, section 13)

The dedication of @rms to the GNU project and his work on copyleft licenses have made a profound impact on the software world. Through the GPL, RMS has ensured that software users retain essential freedoms - freedoms to use, study, change and share. #FreeSoftware #SoftwareFreedom #GPL #Copyleft

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Mathe-Ass ist #FreieSoftware unter #GPL, die Quellen sind komplett in https://hg.sr.ht/~arnebab/draketo/browse/anderes/mathe-ass.org

Have questions about possible violations of #GNU licenses? We have answers! Check out all the questions and answers on our FAQ page at https://u.fsf.org/3kx #GPL

What if I discover a possible violation of the GPL? "You should report it. First, check the facts as best you can. Then tell the publisher or copyright holder of the specific GPL-covered program." Read the full answer https://u.fsf.org/3ks #GNUGPLFAQ #GPL

How do I use GNU licenses for my own software? We are glad you asked! Please see our "GPL how to" page for the full answer and thank you for making the ethical choice! https://u.fsf.org/2b5 #GPL