[OSCOM] freedom in open source

On Thu, Jun 22, 2006 at 08:48:35AM -0500, Michelle Heizer wrote:
> > As I understand this, (according to this definition) open source
> > implicates free availability. Or am I getting this wrong?
> Yes and no. This is just one of many "open source" licenses available.

please read: 
http://www.opensource.org/docs/definition.php
1. Free Redistribution (freedom 2)
2. Source Code (freedom 1 and 3)
3. Derived Works (freedom 3)
6. No Discrimination Against Fields of Endeavor (freedom 0)

and compare to:
http://www.gnu.org/philosophy/free-sw.html

    * The freedom to run the program, for any purpose (freedom 0).
    * The freedom to study how the program works, and adapt it to your
      needs (freedom 1). Access to the source code is a precondition
      for this.
    * The freedom to redistribute copies so you can help your neighbor
      (freedom 2).
    * The freedom to improve the program, and release your
      improvements to the public, so that the whole
      community benefits (freedom 3). Access to the source
      code is a precondition for this.

> No where in the term "open source" does it imply "free". It all depends
> on which licenses the software is available under. 

it is free as in freedom, not cost.
all open source licenses MUST allow for the freedom listed above.
so yes, "open source" DOES imply "free".

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