The GNU General Public License (GPL) is a copyleft license used for open-source software. It ensures that software remains free and open by requiring that any derivative works or modifications be distributed under the same terms. Users are granted the freedom to use, modify, and distribute the software, provided they preserve these freedoms for others. The GPL emphasizes transparency and community collaboration, promoting the sharing of improvements and innovations. However, it imposes certain obligations, such as disclosing source code and distributing derivative works under the GPL, which may restrict commercial use in some cases.
