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Name of License Description Pros Cons

AttributionNon-CommercialNo Derivatives

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Most restrictive (closest to traditionalCopyright)Requires AttributionAllows for RedistributionPeople can DownloadPeople can make available for download on their own site, provided they link back toyouPeople can not modify to create derivativeworksPeople cannot use commercial (can’t sellit)"Free Advertising" License - allows others todo the duplication and re-distribution foryouProtection from people modifying your workif they use, (must be used ""verbatim"") inorder to preserve the original integrity of the workCannot create any derivative works thatyou have no control over that might placeyour work in an unfavorable lightProtects you from people selling anything using your work and not paying you for itDerivative works are the hottest thing going right now. "remixes" and "mashups" are agreat way to gain exposure for you as anartist. You are shutting yourself off fromhaving your works used in creative projects if you don't allow derivative works.No Derivative works option may be toorestrictive if artist isn't sure how their work isgoing to come out in the end (as potentially aderivative work). Nicer to use a license thatlets you keep your options open.Non-commercial option too restrictive forartists who might want to stay open tomaking money on the work in the future orare just plain unsure what exactly they will bedoing with their finished productNon-commercial option too restrictive forProfessions who are already planning onselling their creations. (Allowing professionals to make money on their workcould feature the artists work in conjunctionwith "professionals," and give the artist morepositive exposure by being usedprofessionally.)

AttributionNon-CommercialShare Alike

Requires AttributionAllows for redistributionPeople can downloadAlso a "Free Advertising" License - allowsothers to do the duplication and re-distribution for youDerivative works are the hottest thing going right now. "remixes" and "mashups" are aNon-commercial option may be toorestrictive for artists who might want to stayopen to making money on the work in thefuture or are just plain unsure what exactly they will be doing with their finished product

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People can make it available for downloadon their own site, provided they link back toyouPeople can not use commercially (can't sellit)People are allowed to make derivativeworks (meaning that they can tweak, buildupon, remix or otherwise modify)Derivative works are required to use thesame licensegreat way to gain exposure for you as anartist.Derivatives will carry same license, whichgives back to artistic community in the truespirit of Creative Commons by contributing to a voluntary Public DomainNon-commercial option may be toorestrictive for Professions who are alreadyplanning on selling their creations. (Allowing professionals to make money on their workcould feature the artists work in conjunctionwith "professionals," and give the artist morepositive exposure by being usedprofessionally.)Share alike option may be too restrictive forprofessionals or independents who don'twant to limit future uses.

AttributionNon-Commercial

Requires AttributionAllows for redistributionPeople can downloadPeople can make it available for downloadon their own site, provided they link back toyouPeople can not use commercially (can't sellit)People are allowed to make derivativeworks (meaning that they can tweak, buildupon, remix or otherwise modify)Derivative works are not required bereleased under the same licenseAlso a "Free Advertising" License - allowsothers to do the duplication and re-distribution for youDerivative works are the hottest thing going right now. "remixes" and "mashups" are agreat way to gain exposure for you as anartist.Not requiring a specific license gives morefreedom to potential re-usersProtects you from people selling anything using your work and not paying you for itNon-commercial option may be toorestrictive for artists who might want to stayopen to making money on the work in thefuture or are just plain unsure what exactly they will be doing with their finished productNon-commercial option may be toorestrictive for Professions who are alreadyplanning on selling their creations. (Allowing professionals to make money on their workcould feature the artists work in conjunctionwith "professionals," and give the artist morepositive exposure by being usedprofessionally.)Derivative works could potentially be "lockedup" under a more restrictive licenseLoss of control over derivative works thatcould place your work in an unfavorable light

AttributionNo Derivatives

Requires AttributionAllows for redistributionPeople can downloadPeople can make it available for downloadon their own site, provided they link back toyou"Free Advertising" License - allows others todo the duplication and re-distribution foryouProtection from people modifing your workif they use, (must be used ""verbatim"") inorder to preserve the original integrity of the workDerivative works are the hottest thing going right now. "remixes" and "mashups" are agreat way to gain exposure for you as anartist. You are shutting yourself off fromhaving your works used in creative projects if you don't allow derivative works.No Derivative works option may be toorestrictive if artist isn't sure how their work is

People can not modify to create derivativeworks - must use your work "verbatim"People can use commercially (they areallowed sell the work they create)Cannot create any derivative works thatyou have no control over that might placeyour work in an unfavorable lightAllows your work to be considered forprofessional usage or broadcast usage.Although you may not be paid for it, it willgive you positive exposure to be usedprofessionally.going to come out in the end (as potentially aderivative work). Nicer to use a license thatlets you keep your options open.May not be paid for commercial uses of yourwork.

AttributionShare Alike

Requires AttributionAllows for redistributionPeople can downloadPeople can make it available for downloadon their own site, provided they link back toyouPeople are allowed to make derivativeworks (meaning that they can tweak, buildupon, remix or otherwise modify)Derivative works are required to use thesame licensePeople can use commercially (they areallowed sell the work they create)"Free Advertising" License - allows others todo the duplication and re-distribution foryouDerivative works are the hottest thing going right now. "remixes" and "mashups" are agreat way to gain exposure for you as anartist.Derivatives will carry same license, whichgives back to artistic community in the truespirit of Creative Commons by contributing to a voluntary Public DomainMore freedom for re-users becausecommercial uses are allowed (for all uses)Share alike option may be too restrictive forprofessionals or independents who don'twant to limit future uses.May not be paid for commercial uses of yourworkLoss of control over derivative works thatcould place your work in an unfavorable light

Attribution

Least restrictive of Creative CommonslicensesRequires AttributionAllows for redistributionPeople can downloadPeople can make it available fordownload on their own site, provided they link back to youPeople are allowed to make derivativeworks (meaning that they can tweak,build upon, remix or otherwise modify)Derivative works are not required bereleased under the same licensePeople can use commercially (they areAlso a "Free Advertising" License -allows others to do the duplication andre-distribution for youDerivative works are the hottest thing going right now. "remixes" and"mashups" are a great way to gainexposure for you as an artistNot requiring a specific license givesmore freedom to potential re-usersAllows your work to be considered forprofessional usage or broadcastusage. Although you may not be paidfor it, it will give you positive exposure to be used professionally.Derivative works could potentially be"locked up" under a more restrictivelicenseLoss of control over derivative works that could place your work in anunfavorable lightMay not be paid for commercial uses of your work.