Re: [q-lang-users] License of Q programs

[Peter M. <pet...@wa...>]

Albert Graef wrote:
> Peter Minten wrote:
>> Actually there might be a very easy way out: GPLv3. Q already contains 
>> "or later" text so it's usable under v3 (once that comes out) and v3 
>> seems to be compatible with a lot more licenses than v2.
> 
> That would be the easiest option, of course. I've also considered the
> LGPL but I'm not sure whether the rationale behind that license really
> applies to Q. Also, the GNU regex code which is bundled with the Q core
> distribution and linked into the clib module is GPL, not LGPL. I guess
> that this might be an issue if Q would be licensed under the LGPL?

Yes. It would trump the LGPL making Q GPLed.

Greetings,

Peter