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Linux Foundation

When Your Open Source Tool Turns to the Dark Side

Linux Foundation via YouTube

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Explore the potential risks and challenges associated with open source software relicensing in this 42-minute conference talk by Dotan Horovits from Logz.io. Delve into real-world scenarios where beloved open source tools unexpectedly change their licensing terms, potentially impacting entire systems and business operations. Learn about the implications of relicensing, including the possibility of infectious licenses affecting proprietary business logic. Examine recent case studies, with a focus on Elasticsearch's relicensing move, to gain valuable insights into safeguarding your organization when using open source software. Discover essential criteria to consider when evaluating new open source projects beyond just the license. For those contemplating open-sourcing their own projects, gain crucial perspectives to inform your decision-making process.

Syllabus

When Your Open Source Tool Turns to the Dark Side - Dotan Horovits, Logz.io

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Linux Foundation

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