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+By contributing code to the [StrafesNET project](https://git.itzana.me/StrafesNET/strafe-client), you agree to license your contribution under the [License](LICENSE).
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+/*******************************************************
+* Copyright (C) 2023 Rhys Lloyd <krakow20@gmail.com>
+*
+* This file is part of the StrafesNET bhop/surf client.
+*
+* StrafesNET can not be copied and/or distributed
+* without the express permission of Rhys Lloyd
+*******************************************************/
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