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This. Frankly, there has to be TOS around any API released, because there are always nefarious uses just waiting to be exploited by non-"legit" consumers. I r
by blantonl 16y ago
This. Frankly, there has to be TOS around any API released, because there are always nefarious uses just waiting to be exploited by non-"legit" consumers.
I realize that "legit" is a subjective term, so well, that is why TOS for API's are needed.
- michaelchisari 16y agoThis. Frankly, there has to be TOS around any API released, because there are always nefarious uses just waiting to be exploited by non-"legit" consumers. Actually, you can (and should) build protections against spam and improper use into the protocol instead of relying on a centralized gatekeeper. All truly open systems do this.