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 By using, Modifying, or distributing this software, you agree to the following terms:
 
 ## Preamble
-The Winamp Collaborative License is a free, copyleft license for software and other kinds of works. It is designed to ensure that you have the freedom to use, Modify, and study the software, but with certain restrictions on the distribution of modifications to maintain the integrity and collaboration of the project.
+The Winamp Collaborative License is a free, permissive license for software and other kinds of works. It is designed to ensure that you have the freedom to use, Modify, and study the software, but with certain restrictions on the distribution of modifications to maintain the integrity and collaboration of the project.
 
 ## TERMS AND CONDITIONS