15. Right to Use

Both OSL and AFL

You may use the Original Work in all ways not otherwise restricted or conditioned by this License or by law, and Licensor promises not to interfere with or be responsible for such uses by You.

This sentence is intended to accomplish two things. First, it declares that the use of the Original Work is a right of every licensee. It is a restatement of Open Source Principle # 1.

More important for the Licensor, it declares the Licensor's promise that he or she shall not interfere with or be responsible for such uses. You—not the Licensor—are responsible for complying with any local laws regarding the Original Work, such as the export control laws or the product safety laws. You, not the Licensor, have sole discretion ...

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