010-160 - LPI Linux Essentials Open Source and Licensing Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following license types is characterized by the 'copyleft' provision, requiring that derivative works also be distributed under the same or an equivalent license?

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GNU General Public License (GPL)

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Permissive licenses like MIT or Apache

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Proprietary licenses

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Public Domain

Question 2

A developer wants to use an open-source library in their new proprietary, closed-source application. They need a license that allows them to use the code without requiring them to release their own source code. Which license type would be most suitable?

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A permissive license like MIT

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GNU GPLv3

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Creative Commons ShareAlike

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GNU AGPLv3

Question 3

What is a primary difference between the Apache 2.0 license and the MIT license?

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The Apache 2.0 license includes an express grant of patent rights, while the MIT license does not.

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The MIT license is a copyleft license, while Apache 2.0 is not.

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The Apache 2.0 license prohibits commercial use.

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The MIT license requires you to publish all modifications.

Question 4

The Free Software Foundation (FSF) defines four essential freedoms for free software. Which of the following is NOT one of those freedoms?

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The freedom from any cost associated with the software.

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The freedom to run the program for any purpose.

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The freedom to study how the program works and change it.

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The freedom to redistribute copies to help others.

Question 5

A graphic designer creates an icon set and wants to allow others to use it for free, even in commercial projects. However, they want to ensure that any modified versions of the icons are also shared freely under the same terms. Which Creative Commons license should they use?

Accepted Answer

CC BY-SA (Attribution-ShareAlike)

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CC BY-NC (Attribution-NonCommercial)

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CC BY-ND (Attribution-NoDerivs)

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CC BY (Attribution)

Question 6

When you use software licensed under the GNU GPLv2, what is a key obligation if you distribute a modified version of that software?

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You must make the source code of your modifications available under the GPLv2.

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You must pay a licensing fee to the original author.

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You must get written permission before distributing the software.

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You can re-license your modified version under any license you choose.