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MIT License

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MIT许可证

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Also known as: MIT

Last updated August 7, 2026

Definition

The MIT License is a short, permissive open-source license that allows use, modification, and redistribution with minimal restrictions beyond keeping the copyright notice.

Real-World Example

Many JavaScript libraries use the MIT License so companies can include them in commercial products with simple attribution.

References

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