“Version 2.0 is similar in spirit to the previous versions, but shorter, better, and more compatible with other Free Software and Open Source Licenses,” Says Mozilla Project.
"Version 2.0 is” a “file-level copyleft” license. The license is designed to encourage contributors to share modifications they make to MPL-licensed code, while still allowing users to create projects that combine MPL-licensed code with code under other licenses (either open or proprietary) .. Mozilla Project
Version 2.0 also:
- provides patent protections for contributors more in line with those of other open source licenses, and allows an entire community of contributors to protect any contributor if they are sued.
- provides compatibility with the Apache and GPL licenses, making code reuse and redistribution easier.
Judging by the past I expect a lot more Fire in FireFox in 2012.
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