This form contains the Open Software License v. 2.0 which may be applied to works in order to grant open use and distribution of an original work.
The Virginia Open Software License v2.0 (VOSL-2.0) is a legal document that governs the use and distribution of software in the state of Virginia, United States. It provides guidelines and permissions for the open-source software community to freely use, modify, and distribute software under specific conditions. The VOSL-2.0 is based on the widely recognized MIT License, which is known for its simplicity and permissiveness. It aims to foster collaboration and encourage innovation within the software development community by providing a legal framework that respects the rights of both the software creator and the end users. Under the Virginia Open Software License v2.0, the software is provided "as is" without any warranties, express or implied. It grants users the right to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and sell the software, as long as certain conditions are met. These conditions typically include the inclusion of the original copyright notice and disclaimers in the software's documentation and the exclusion of the licensor from any liability arising from the use of the software. While there is typically only one version of the Virginia Open Software License, like most open-source licenses, it may be combined with other licenses under certain circumstances. For example, developers might choose to release their software under both the VOSL-2.0 and another open-source license like the GNU General Public License (GPL) to provide additional options and compatibility with different projects. In summary, the Virginia Open Software License v2.0 is an open-source license designed to ensure the freedom and flexibility of software development and collaboration in the state of Virginia. It enables developers to share their software with others while maintaining certain rights and protections.
