Using Open Source Software in Product Development: A Primer

Authors:
Michel Ruffin;Christof Ebert
Affiliations:
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Venue:
IEEE Software
Year:
2004

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Abstract

There are important legal aspects involved in using open source software in commercial products. Here are answers to common questions on how to handle these issues to mitigate risks.