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== Copyright and Free Licensing ==

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* You created the work yourself and are authorized to release it under an acceptable free license.
* The copyright holder has granted permission under a license that meets the project's requirements.
* The work is in the public domain under the applicable copyright rules.

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Do not upload copyrighted material without the necessary rights or permission. Non-commercial-only licenses and restrictions that prohibit derivative works are generally incompatible with a repository intended for free reuse. When the copyright status is uncertain, investigate further or ask for guidance before uploading.

For every file, document its source, author or creator when known, date, and license. Accurate licensing information protects creators, contributors, and users, while allowing others to reuse the collection responsibly.