The GNU General Public License version 2.0 (GPLv2) is an open-source software license developed by the Free Software Foundation (FSF) that governs the use, distribution, and modification of software projects. It is a strong copyleft license, meaning any software derived from or incorporating GPL-licensed code must also be released under the GPL.
Key features of the GPLv2 include:
It’s important to note that GPLv2 applies to the entire program incorporating GPL-licensed code. If you distribute a program that includes GPLv2-licensed code, the entire program must be released under the GPLv2.
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