arc42 FAQ
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A - General questions


Question A-1: What does 42 mean?

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Question A-2: What's the License for arc42?

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Question A-3: What's the pricing model of arc42?

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Question A-4: How widely is arc42 used?

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Question A-5: What's the target audience of architecture documentation?

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Question A-6: What are possible alternatives to arc42?

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Question A-7: I have additional questions...


Question A-8: What is the master format for the template

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Question A-9: Where can I find documentation or tips?

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Question A-10: Can I change layout and/or header of arc42 documents?

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Question A-11: What's the license of documents I created based upon the arc42 template?

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Question A-12: Is arc42 available in other languages?

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Question A-13: How can I translate arc42 to another language?

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