Linking to an Apache License 2.0 library and distributing with proprietary application

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Published on 2010-05-17T06:09:50Z Indexed on 2010/05/17 6:10 UTC
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Hi all,

I've read through "Apache License, Version 2.0" but my interpretation was in slightly different to an answer given in a related question so was hoping for some clarification.

Supposing I created an application that linked to a library that was licensed under the license in question, my interpretation for doing what's required is:

  • I don't need to do anything special to the application itself because it's considered neither "Work" nor "Derivative Works".
  • When distributing the library alongside the application, I need to include a copy of the license.
  • Any installer that contains the library would be considered "Derivative Works" and therefore I would need to show the attribution notices contained in "NOTICE" (if one exists) in one of its screens.
  • If I were to distribute everything in a zip file instead, I would need to put the same attribution notices in a text file that I distribute alongside the file.

Does this sound about right?

Cheers,

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