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Clauses for an Open Source License Agreement
When you are writing a License Agreement for open source software, there are particular clauses that you need to include. These clauses should cover, for example, definitions, the scope of the license, redistribution and modification terms, warranties, and limitations of liability. We'll take a look at each of these clauses with...
CDPO Certification: What it is and How to Get it
The Certified Data Protection Officer (CDPO) certification helps take your knowledge of the GDPR and the role of a Data Protection Officer (DPO) to an advanced level. This article will explore the benefits of obtaining this certification, and outline what the certification process entails. What is the CDPO Certification? The CDPO (Certified...
Copyright Infringement Clauses
If you are publishing content on your website or blog, you (or the creator) are the author of this work. When you have authorship over that content, you have rights about how that work can be shared, used or copied. These rights are called "copyright." In this article we'll look at...
Licensing for Open Source Software
Maintaining a software licensing agreement for your open source software can help communicate expectations and limitations of how your software should be used. This article explains what open source software is, the benefits and drawbacks of open source software for users and developers, and how developers can create an open source...
How to Add an Open Source License to a GitHub Repository
The following instructions will guide you step-by-step on how to add an open-source license to a GitHub repository. Log in to your GitHub account. Go to your repository. Click on the LICENSE link: The License window opens. Paste your open-source license in the field. Or, click the Choose a license template tab: The...
FTC Ban on Fake Online Reviews
In August of 2024, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a final rule to combat fake online reviews, which went into effect in October of 2024. Its purpose is to prevent unfair, deceptive or misleading conduct. The new rule bans the sale or purchase of fake reviews for businesses and...