JAVA RESEARCH LICENSE

The JRL is a new license that was created specifically for universities and researchers who want to use Java[tm] technologies as subject matter for learning and research. it was written to simplify and relax the terms of the existing "research" section of the current SCSL.

This license is designed for the research community. This includes schools and universities as well as companies that are interested in investigating new products and services using Java technologies. This research license is only for initial research and development projects, and can be used for java.net projects among peers who have agreed to its terms. If you decide to use your project internally for a productive use, and/or distribute your product to others, you must sign a commercial agreement and meet the Java compatibility requirements.

The JRL is intended for all Java platforms, profiles, and standard extensions currently covered under Java SCSL licenses (e.g. J2SE, J2EE, and J2ME). For further information refer to the FAQ below.

To agree to the terms of the JRL, you must click through the license as part of the download process for one of the supported platforms, profiles or extensions. See the list below. Once you agree to the terms during one of these downloads, you can apply your acceptance to all supported downloads.

6. What code is supported under the JRL?

We are supporting the JRL for the download packages on the list below. We will continue to add to this list throughout the year.

7. Does this license require a click-through acceptance of terms?

Yes. For enforceability, Sun requires a click-through license.

8. When do I need to get a commercial license?

This research license is only for initial research and development projects. If you decide to use your project internally for a productive use, and/or distribute your product to others, you must sign a commercial agreement and meet the java compatibility requirements.

9. Does this license cover all versions of Java?

The JRL is intended for all Java platforms, profiles and standard extensions currently covered under Java SCSL licenses (e.g. J2SE, J2EE and J2ME).

10. Am I required to purchase a support contract from Sun under this license?

No. A separate support contract is available but is not required.

11 Is the TCK available for research purposes?

Yes, a standalone TCK license is/will be available.

12. Am I required to keep my research "java compatible?"

No. The license encourages you to innovate and experiment using the java technology core. It is expected that research implementations will not be compatible with the Reference Implementation from Sun. This is ok.

13. Can I publish my source code at a conference, and in white papers?

Yes, you may publish your work in the usually accepted academic manner as long as you reference the Java Research License and include the correct copyright information.

14. Can I share my modifications with other researchers?

Yes, provided that the other researchers have accepted the JRL.

15. Can I distribute binaries of my research code?

Yes. You can distribute your binaries for research purposes under a license of your choice that complies with the terms of the JRL (e.g., includes copyright notices and references the JRL).

16. I am a current SCSL licensee, and want to use the JRL for research. Can I do this?

Yes. Current SCSL licensees can choose to use the JRL for research purposes, but they must click through the new license, and use the JRL notification in their work.

17. When will the license be available?

The JRL license has been posted for review on the java.net community site, at http://java.net/jrl.html. It is currently being integrated into the Sun Download Center site, and will be available as a click-through option shortly.

18. Who can I contact if I have additional questions or comments?

You can send questions related to the JRL to JRLFeedback@sun.com, and/or post comments on the java-net project forum.

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License

The JRL license has been posted here for your review. It is currently being integrated into the Sun Download Center site, and will be available as a click-through option shortly.

JAVA RESEARCH LICENSE

Version 1.0

I. DEFINITIONS.

"Licensee " means You and any other party that has entered into and has in

effect a version of this License.

"Modifications" means any (a) change or addition to the Technology or (b) new

source or object code implementing any portion of the Technology.

"Sun" means Sun Microsystems, Inc. and its successors and assignees.

"Research Use" means research, evaluation, or development for the purpose of

advancing knowledge, teaching, learning, or customizing the Technology for

personal use. Research Use expressly excludes use or distribution for direct

or indirect commercial (including strategic) gain or advantage.

"Technology" means the source code, object code and specifications of the

technology made available by Sun pursuant to this License.

"Technology Site" means the website designated by Sun for accessing the

Technology.

"You" means the individual executing this License or the legal entity or

entities represented by the individual executing this License.

II.  PURPOSE.

Sun is licensing the Technology under this Java Research License (the

"License") to promote research, education, innovation, and development using

the Technology.

COMMERCIAL USE AND DISTRIBUTION OF TECHNOLOGY AND MODIFICATIONS IS PERMITTED

ONLY UNDER A SUN COMMERCIAL LICENSE AVAILABLE AT

http://www.sun.com/communitysource.

III.  RESEARCH USE RIGHTS.

A. Subject to the conditions contained herein,  Sun grants to You a

non-exclusive, non-transferable, worldwide, and royalty-free license to do

the following for Your Research Use only:

1.reproduce, create Modifications of,  and use  the Technology alone, or with

Modifications;

2.share source code of the Technology alone, or with Modifications, with

other Licensees;

3.distribute object code of the Technology,  alone, or with Modifications, to

any  third parties for Research Use only, under  a license of Your choice

that is consistent with this License; and

4.publish papers and books discussing the Technology which may include

relevant excerpts that do not in the aggregate constitute a significant

portion of the Technology.

B.  Residual Rights. You may use any information in intangible form that you

remember after accessing the Technology, except when such use violates Sun's

copyrights or  patent rights.

C. No Implied Licenses.  Other than the rights granted herein, Sun retains

all rights, title, and interest in Technology , and You retain all rights,

title, and interest in Your Modifications and associated specifications,

subject to the terms of this License.

IV. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY REQUIREMENTS

As a condition to Your License, You agree to comply with the following

restrictions and responsibilities:

A. Notices.   You will not remove or alter any copyright or other proprietary

notices in any Technology  that You distribute. The statement, "Use and

Distribution is subject to the Java Research License available at

http://wwws.sun.com/software/communitysource/jrl.html," must appear prominently in the source code and

specifications of the Technology and Your Modifications, and in the same file

as all Your copyright and other proprietary notices for object code.

B. Licensee Exchanges. Any Technology and Modifications You receive from any

Licensee are governed by this License.

V. GENERAL TERMS.

A. Disclaimer Of Warranties.

TECHNOLOGY IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER

EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES THAT ANY SUCH

TECHNOLOGY IS FREE OF DEFECTS, MERCHANTABLE, FIT FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR

NON-INFRINGING OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS.  YOU AGREE THAT YOU BEAR THE ENTIRE

RISK IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE AND DISTRIBUTION OF ANY AND ALL TECHNOLOGY

UNDER THIS LICENSE.

B. Infringement; Limitation Of Liability.

1. If any portion of, or functionality implemented by, the Technology

becomes the subject of a  claim or threatened claim of infringement

("Affected Materials"), Sun may, in its unrestricted discretion, suspend Your

rights to use and distribute the Affected Materials under this License.  Such

suspension of rights will be effective immediately upon Sun's posting of

notice of suspension on the Technology Site.

2. IN NO EVENT WILL SUN BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE,

SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH OR ARISING

OUT OF THIS LICENSE (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, USE,

DATA, OR ECONOMIC ADVANTAGE OF ANY SORT), HOWEVER IT ARISES AND ON ANY THEORY

OF LIABILITY (including negligence), WHETHER OR NOT SUN HAS BEEN ADVISED OF

THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.  LIABILITY UNDER THIS SECTION V.B.2 SHALL BE

SO LIMITED AND EXCLUDED, NOTWITHSTANDING FAILURE OF THE ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF

ANY REMEDY.

C.  Termination.

1. You may terminate this License at any time by notifying Sun in writing.

2.All Your rights will terminate under this License if You fail to comply

with any of its material terms or conditions and do not cure such failure

within thirty (30) days after becoming aware of such noncompliance.

3.Upon termination, You must discontinue all uses and distribution of the

Technology , and all provisions of this Section V shall survive termination.

D.  Miscellaneous.

1. Trademark.  You agree to comply with Sun's Trademark & Logo Usage

Requirements, as modified from time to time, available at the Technology

Site.  Except as expressly provided in this License, You are granted no

rights in or to any Sun trademarks now or hereafter used or licensed by Sun.

2. Integration.  This License represents the complete agreement of the

parties concerning the subject matter hereof.

3. Severability.  If any provision of this License is held unenforceable,

such provision shall be reformed to the extent necessary to make it

enforceable unless to do so would defeat the intent of the parties, in which

case, this License shall terminate.

4. Governing Law.  This License is governed by the laws of the United States

and the State of California, as applied to contracts entered into and

performed in California between California residents.   In no event shall

this License be construed against the drafter.

5. Export Control.

As further described at http://www.sun.com/its, you agree to comply with the

U.S. export controls

and trade laws of other countries that apply to Technology and Modifications.

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