Re: using GPL api to be used in a properietary software

[Alexander Terekhov]

Isaac wrote:
[...]
> For static linked works, the diference between a derivative work and
> a collective work is usually meaningless because distribution requires the
> distributing the library.  

17 USC 109.

>                           But the difference is critical if the two
> joined works are to be distributed separately.

Separately as in what? Separate CDs? Separate boxes? Separate trucks?

The GPL doesn't cover "mere aggregations". End of story. Case closed.

regards,
alexander.