BSD License
Noun · Open Source
Definitions
A family of permissive open source licenses derived from the Berkeley Software Distribution tradition, allowing broad reuse with relatively few obligations beyond attribution and disclaimers. BSD-style licenses are often chosen when minimal restriction is desired.
In plain English: A permissive family of open source licenses that allows broad reuse with few restrictions.
Example: "They went with the BSD License because they wanted broad adoption without copyleft requirements."