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


From: Isaac
Subject: Re: using GPL api to be used in a properietary software
Date: Thu, 17 Mar 2005 18:09:22 -0600
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On Thu, 17 Mar 2005 09:45:40 +0100, Alexander Terekhov <terekhov@web.de> wrote:
> 
> 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.

So you keep saying. 
> 
>>                           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?

Separately as in not distributing the GPLed work at all. 

It isn't necessary to accept your position concerning first sale to
find problems with the FSF's stated position.  

Isaac

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