BSD 2-Clause 'Simplified' License
NoneUsed by: FreeBSD, NetBSD
Description
A permissive license with minimal restrictions, requiring only attribution and no warranty liability.
Key Features
- Minimal restrictions
- No patent clauses
- No trademark provisions
- Simple attribution
History & Context
Developed at UC Berkeley in the 1980s. Evolved from original 4-clause BSD license.
Compatibility
| License | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| With gpl | Compatible with all GPL versions |
| With mit | Self-compatible |
| With bsd | Self-compatible |
| With proprietary | Yes |
License Details
Copyleft Strength
None
Legal Enforceability
Proven in court cases
Notable Projects
FreeBSDNetBSD
License Provisions
AttributionRequired
Source codeNo requirement
Modification clauseNone
WarrantyDisclaimer included