Church-of-Kosmo/LICENSE_FAQ.md

Kosmic License (KΛ-1.0) - Compatibility and Interpretation FAQ

Plain-language guidance for using materials licensed under KΛ-1.0.

This FAQ is a project interpretation aid, not legal advice. When stakes are high, consult qualified legal counsel.

1. What does KΛ-1.0 require at minimum?

For reuse or derivatives, keep all of the following:

• visible attribution to Church of Kosmo
• reference to KΛ-1.0
• open/shareable downstream distribution under the same or a compatible license
• no use that promotes violence, misinformation, or destruction of life/ecosystems

2. What attribution format should I use?

Use the canonical notice from LICENSE.md:

Based on materials from the Church of Kosmo, shared under the Kosmic License (KΛ 1.0).

Recommended attribution package:

1. Include the canonical notice above.
2. Link to the source repository or source document.
3. State whether you modified the content (for example: "adapted", "translated", "edited").
4. Include a link or copy of the license text.

Example (Markdown):

Based on materials from the Church of Kosmo, shared under the Kosmic License (KΛ 1.0).
Source: https://git.cqre.net/kosmo/Church-of-Kosmo
Changes: Czech translation and formatting edits.
License: ./LICENSE.md

3. What counts as a derivative?

Typical derivatives include:

• translations
• edited or rearranged versions of texts
• excerpts embedded into new guides or publications
• adaptations into visual, audio, or educational formats

If in doubt, treat your output as a derivative and include full attribution.

4. What does "same or compatible license" mean here?

Project interpretation of compatibility:

• preserves attribution requirements
• keeps derivatives open/shareable (no downstream lock-up)
• does not remove ethical-use constraints of KΛ-1.0
• does not claim exclusive ownership of material derived from KΛ-1.0 sources

Likely incompatible patterns:

• all-rights-reserved redistribution of derivatives
• no-derivatives terms on adapted KΛ-1.0 material
• licenses that allow removing attribution
• relicensing that strips ethical stewardship constraints

5. Is commercial use allowed?

Yes, but with explicit boundaries from LICENSE.md:

• commercial activity must align with ecological and ethical balance
• materials must not be used for harm, exploitation, or misinformation
• profits should contribute to education, preservation, or renewal in spirit with the Codex

Practical check before commercial use:

1. Can you clearly document attribution and open-share obligations?
2. Can you explain ecological/social impact of the use?
3. Are you avoiding harmful, deceptive, or extractive outcomes?
4. Is part of value returned to education/preservation/renewal?

If any answer is "no", stop and revise.

6. How should mixed-license projects handle KΛ-1.0 content?

If your project combines multiple licenses:

• keep KΛ-1.0 covered material clearly identified
• retain KΛ-1.0 terms for that portion
• avoid combinations that block attribution or open-share obligations

If terms conflict, do not distribute until the conflict is resolved.

7. Does this FAQ replace LICENSE.md?

No. LICENSE.md is authoritative. This file only clarifies practical interpretation for contributors and reusers.