[asterisk-biz] Open Source Modules

[alex at pilosoft.com]

On Mon, 17 Apr 2006, Mike Roberts wrote:

> Due to the open source nature of Asterisk is it true that any module,
> interface or added value feature that is attractive to a large
> population of users MUST be released for others to use?  (I don't think
> this is right but was forced to pose this question in order to belay any
> fears of having my client give up their proprietary developments)
If you made changes to asterisk (whether in form of a module, or a 
feature, or any other), and you are using it internally within your 
organization, you do not have to release anything. If you are distributing 
modified asterisk to your customers, yes you *have* to provide the source 
code to your module to your customers, without any restrictions. 

Alternatively, you can get a commercial license from Digium, then you can 
distribute asterisk and your changes.

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