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in a larger program, does that make the license GPL-compatible?

April 26, 2017gpl-compatible larger license program

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in a larger program, does that make the license GPL-compatible?

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I combine or link Q with a GPL-covered program?

In an object-oriented language such as Java, if I use a class that is GPL’ed without modifying, and subclass it, in what way does the GPL affect the larger program?

How can I allow linking of proprietary modules with my GPL-covered library under a controlled interface only?

Consider this situation: 1. X releases V1 of a project under the GPL. 2. Y contributes to the development of V2 with changes and new code based on V1. 3. X wants to convert V2 to a non-GPL license. Does X need Y’s permission?

I have written an application that links with many different components, that have different licenses. I am very confused as to what licensing requirements are placed on my program. Can you please tell me what licenses I may use?