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The existing FAQ entry incorrectly stated all LinkML components use CC0. The main linkml repository uses Apache 2.0, while linkml-model (metamodel) uses CC0.

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Updated docs/faq/general.md "How is LinkML licensed?" section:

  • Corrected licensing information: Apache 2.0 for software components (linkml framework), CC0 for data assets (linkml-model)
  • Added concrete examples: Direct links to linkml and linkml-model repositories with their respective licenses
  • Documented standard practice: All LinkML repos include LICENSE files at repository root
  • Historical context: Note about BSD-3-Clause and MIT licenses in older repositories
  • Commitment statement: Emphasized openness and unrestricted use

The updated entry provides accurate, actionable information about where to find license details across the LinkML ecosystem.

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<issue_title>new FAQ entry on license</issue_title>
<issue_description>We should have an FAQ entry in general about terms of use

Of course, the actual LICENSE itself should be completely unambioguous and normative, but it can be useful to have an informative FAQ entry that emphasizes commitment to openness and unrestrictedness

Note: wait until we have reached clarity here first: linkml/linkml-runtime#69</issue_description>

<agent_instructions>Please address this issue. Find the correct FAQ docs page, add a section with a small suitable blurp along the lines of what is requested, and point to the fact that all LinkML repos have an associated LICENSE file in the repository root as per general open standards. Point to the linkml framework and linkml metamodel as examples. You can also say that for most software our default license is Apache 2.0, and for most data assets like the linkml-model its CC0, but for historical reasons some repos still use BSD3 and MIT (this should just be a side note).</agent_instructions>

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Copilot AI changed the title [WIP] Add FAQ entry on terms of use and licensing Expand FAQ entry on LinkML licensing with accurate details Feb 4, 2026
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@matentzn matentzn marked this pull request as ready for review February 4, 2026 13:17
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