COPYRIGHT AND LICENSE AGREEMENT

Website: nekshadesilva.com
Owner: Neksha DeSilva
Effective Date: January 23, 2025

1. COPYRIGHT NOTICE

All content, documents, articles, images, code, data, and materials published on this website (nekshadesilva.com) are the intellectual property of Neksha DeSilva and are protected by international copyright laws, including but not limited to:

(a) The Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works
(b) The Universal Copyright Convention (UCC)
(c) The WIPO Copyright Treaty (WCT)
(d) Applicable national copyright laws

2. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

Unless explicitly stated otherwise, all materials on this website, including but not limited to:

(a) Research papers and academic articles
(b) Written content, text, and documentation
(c) Images, diagrams, illustrations, and graphics
(d) Code examples, algorithms, and software implementations
(e) Data sets, problem archives, and solutions
(f) Mathematical proofs, formulas, and derivations
(g) Original ideas, concepts, and methodologies

are the exclusive intellectual property of Neksha DeSilva and are protected under applicable intellectual property laws.

3. PROHIBITED ACTIONS

Without prior written consent from Neksha DeSilva, the following actions are STRICTLY PROHIBITED:

3.1 Copying and Reproduction

(a) Copying, reproducing, or duplicating any content from this website
(b) Downloading materials for redistribution or republication
(c) Storing content in retrieval systems or databases
(d) Creating derivative works based on the content

3.2 Publishing and Distribution

(a) Publishing content on other websites, blogs, or platforms
(b) Distributing content through any medium (digital or physical)
(c) Republishing content under a different name or attribution
(d) Including content in compilations, anthologies, or collections

3.3 Modification and Rewriting

(a) Modifying, adapting, or altering the content
(b) Rewriting, paraphrasing, or creating derivative versions
(c) Translating content without authorization
(d) Removing or altering copyright notices and attributions

3.4 Commercial Use

(a) Using content for commercial purposes
(b) Selling, licensing, or monetizing the content
(c) Using content in paid courses, training materials, or products
(d) Incorporating content into commercial software or applications

4. PERMITTED USE

The following uses are permitted WITHOUT prior authorization:

(a) Personal Reading: Viewing and reading content for personal educational purposes
(b) Fair Use Citation: Brief quotations with proper attribution for academic commentary, criticism, or research (not exceeding 10% of any single work)
(c) Direct Linking: Sharing direct links to articles on this website
(d) Private Bookmarking: Saving links for personal reference

Attribution Requirements: When citing content under fair use, you must include:

(a) Author name: Neksha DeSilva
(b) Article/document title
(c) Website: nekshadesilva.com
(d) Direct URL to the specific article
(e) Access date

5. OPEN SOURCE EXCEPTIONS

Certain materials on this website may be explicitly designated as "Open Source" and released under specific open source licenses (such as MIT, Apache 2.0, GPL, or CC BY).

Such materials will contain clear and explicit statements indicating their open source status and the applicable license terms.

IMPORTANT: The default license for all content on this website is "All Rights Reserved". If a document does not explicitly state it is open source or provide a specific license, it is NOT open source and remains fully protected under copyright.

6. REQUESTING PERMISSION

If you wish to use content from this website in ways not covered by fair use, you must obtain written permission. To request authorization:

(a) Send a detailed request to: nekshavs@gmail.com
(b) Include the specific content you wish to use
(c) Describe your intended use and purpose
(d) Provide information about the medium and audience
(e) Specify whether the use is commercial or non-commercial

Permission requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Approval is not guaranteed, and terms may vary.

7. LEGAL ENFORCEMENT

Unauthorized use of content from this website may result in:

(a) DMCA takedown notices
(b) Cease and desist orders
(c) Legal action for copyright infringement
(d) Claims for damages and lost profits
(e) Recovery of attorney's fees and legal costs

Neksha DeSilva actively monitors for unauthorized use and takes intellectual property violations seriously.

8. THIRD-PARTY CONTENT

This website may contain references, links, or citations to third-party content. Such content remains the property of its respective owners and is subject to their own licensing terms.

9. DISCLAIMER

While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, the content on this website is provided "AS IS" without warranties of any kind. Neksha DeSilva is not liable for any errors, omissions, or consequences arising from the use of this information.

10. UPDATES TO THIS LICENSE

This license may be updated periodically. Continued use of this website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Last Updated: January 23, 2025

11. CONTACT INFORMATION

For licensing inquiries, permission requests, or legal matters:

Email: nekshavs@gmail.com
Website: nekshadesilva.com

SUMMARY: All content on nekshadesilva.com is copyrighted and protected. Unauthorized copying, publishing, or redistribution is prohibited unless explicitly marked as open source.