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Shared Source Initiative
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<p>The Shared Source Initiative (SSI) is a <a href="/facts/Source-available_software/axtrf73j">source-available</a> <a href="/facts/Software_license/7enfIqhL">software licensing</a> scheme launched by <a href="/facts/Microsoft/nGIDDXdx">Microsoft</a> in May 2001. The program includes a spectrum of technologies and licenses, and most of its source code offerings are available for download after eligibility criteria are met. </p>