A defined set of requirements for open source software from the Open Source Initiative (OSI). The Open Source Definition (OSD) stipulates not only access to the source code, but also integrity of the code, its free redistribution, a technology-neutral provision, as well as specific anti-discrimination rules. To read the definition, visit www.opensource.org/docs/osd. See OSI and open source.
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