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The License and Copyright Notice is essential for organizations and individuals who need to protect their intellectual property while allowing others to use it under specific conditions. This document is particularly relevant in the Dutch legal context, where copyright protection is governed by the Auteurswet (Dutch Copyright Act) and various EU directives. The notice should be used whenever copyrighted material is being shared, licensed, or made available to third parties, whether in a commercial or non-commercial context. It includes crucial provisions about usage rights, attribution requirements, and restrictions, while ensuring compliance with Dutch legal requirements for contract clarity and fairness. The document is adaptable to various types of copyrighted works, from software and digital content to creative works and publications.
