Blog: EULA Agreements
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Protecting Your Brand in Open Source: Trademarks, Forks, and Enforcement Strategies
It's a common misconception that having an open source brand means you can't enforce trademark rights. However, open source licensing applies to code, not branding, and open source doesn't mean that your brand name and logo are free for anyone to use. Companies can work with open source software and remain...
Dual Licensing vs. Open Core: Legal Distinctions Every Business Should Understand
Building a sustainable business around open source software is a balancing act. You want the massive community adoption and collaborative power that comes with an open license, but you also need a clear path to generating revenue. Dual licensing and open core are two popular license models businesses use to square...
Auditing Software License Compliance: A Checklist for In-House Counsel
In-house counsel plays an important role in setting up regular internal audits of software license compliance to help prevent legal liability. Their responsibilities can include identifying risks, monitoring third-party code use, and ensuring compliance with licensing terms. This article explains what software license compliance audits are and why you need them,...
Dual Licensing Explained: How to Balance Open Source Principles with Commercial Profit
It's a common conundrum in the open source world: How can a business use open source software and still make money? Fortunately, the idea that companies committed to open source principles can't be profitable is a misconception This article explains what open source software is, whether open source principles are 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...
Overview of Legal Agreements
If you conduct business online, it's important to have links to clearly written, up-to-date legal agreements available on your website. In some cases, maintaining these agreements is legally required, while in others it's just plain good business practice. This article provides an overview of some of the most common legal agreements,...