Open Source Licensing

Open source licensing refers to the legal permissions granted by creators that allow others to use, modify, and share their software. It fosters collaboration and innovation by ensuring that the source code is accessible to anyone. Different licenses set specific rules: some may require users to share modifications, while others allow unrestricted use. Popular examples include the GNU General Public License (GPL) and the MIT License. Overall, open source licensing promotes transparency, community involvement, and the idea that knowledge and tools should be freely available for improvement and learning.