ajtack/riak-cpp — Issue #1: Choose a Software License
Author: ajtack
Created: 2011-10-23 12:31:07+00:00
State: open

In the current state (unlicenced), the code has an implicit copyright. This means I can withdraw this code from the public and prevent y'all from using it at a whim. I don't think this is fair. Rather, the license I want for this:

* Allows linking with proprietary projects
* Allows linking with non-insane open-source licenses (compatibility with GPL is not a deal-breaker)
* Encourages (but does not require) modifications to be submitted back to the primary source: I want help.
* Prevents others from rebranding the project under their name.
* Prevents me from withdrawing this work from the public at a whim.

I would love suggestions. I'm considering the New BSD licence.