What does it mean to be open source? When I first got involved with open source bitcoin in 2017, I thought this was a simple question. However, it is far more nuanced that I rarely see discussed. There are at least 9 different gradations ... am I missing any?
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1. Source available. This one is straight forward.
Based on early feedback, allow me to clarify. I'm not suggesting redefining open source. A better way to frame it is open source best practices.
i is simple...
source code available, with no restrictions on who can receive, use, modify, redistribute, sell.
auxiliary stuff around business process on how its developed have no bearing on its categorization as open source.