Overview
The [[apache-license|Apache License]] is a widely-used open-source software license that allows developers to use, modify, and distribute software with minimal restrictions. Initially created by the [[apache-software-foundation|Apache Software Foundation]] in 2004, it has evolved through several versions, with the most recent being version 2.0, released in January 2004. This license is significant for its permissive nature, enabling both open-source and proprietary software to integrate Apache-licensed code without the obligation to disclose source code, a key feature that has contributed to its popularity among developers and companies alike.