FRSM-15 metric: Does the software source code include licensing information for the software and any bundled external software?
Clear software licensing enables reuse.
Source: This metric is an instance of FSRM-15, developed within the FAIR-IMPACT project. More information about the project is available at https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15535629
Metric information
Title
Does the software source code include licensing information for the software and any bundled external software?
Identifier
Keywords
Metric, FAIR
Contact Point
Version
1.1
Landing Page
Dimension
R1.1: Software is given a clear and accessible licence.
Benchmark
General Benchmark for RSFC: Benchmark for FAIR research software based on the metrics from the FAIR-IMPACT deliverable.
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Metric Status
Active
- Active: The metric is actively used and maintained.
- Proposed: The metric is under review or consideration for adoption.
- Inactive: The metric is not currently in use but remains available for reference.
- Deprecated: The metric has been retired and should no longer be used.