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What’s of interest? What’s the deal with Open Source, Open Data, and Open Standards licenses? – Dan’s Blog

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In navigating the landscape of technology and digital innovation, we often find ourselves having to deal with complex concepts that cross between the technical, policy and legal domains. We hear words like “open source”, “open data”, and “open standards” thrown around, each with its attached notions of transparency, accessibility, and collaboration. However, these concepts aren’t as interchangeable as they might seem, and it’s crucial to understand the different rules that govern each.

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Thank you for sharing this. The post offers a clear and timely explanation of the differences between open source, open data, and open standards licenses, which are often confused despite having distinct legal and practical implications. It’s especially useful for those working in open education and digital knowledge environments, where understanding these distinctions is essential for responsible use, sharing, and collaboration.

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Thank you for sharing this piece. It provides a clear and practical overview of the distinctions between open source, open data, and open standards, which are often used interchangeably but governed by very different licensing frameworks. This kind of clarification is especially valuable for educators, librarians, and anyone working in open knowledge and digital innovation spaces.

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Wisal Alim