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Validity of exceptions in GPLv2 software combinations
Let's say library P is licensed under GPLv2 with the GCC Runtime Library Exception 2.0 or another similar exception like the Classpath Exception.
Proprietary software K uses library P. This is allowed ...
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Has Apache or the FSF commented on whether LLVM's "Apache 2.0 License with LLVM exceptions" is compatible with GPL v2?
According to both the Apache Software Foundation (Apache) and Free Software Foundation (FSF), the Apache License 2.0 is not compatible with GNU General Public License 2.0.
Despite [Apache's] best ...
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Can I create my own exception to the Apache license? Is it good practice?
The Apache License v2.0 is incompatible with GPLv2.
Instead of dual-licensing or using the LLVM Exceptions, I am thinking of defining an exception to the Apache license that is similar to what is ...
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