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If i want to use a public license, is it as easy as copying the license and putting it in my source code/making a new file, or is there something special i need to do to use it?

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Here's a guide on how to use GNU licenses in your project. From the guide:

The process involves adding two elements to each source file of your program: a copyright notice (such as “Copyright 1999 Terry Jones”), and a statement of copying permission, saying that the program is distributed under the terms of the GNU General Public License (or the Lesser GPL).

Other public licenses should be similar, but be sure to check the website of the license you're using for specifics.

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Just need to include the license and comply with it.