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Re: OSD && DFSG - different purposes



On Sun, Mar 02, 2003 at 11:52:56AM -0800, Thomas Bushnell, BSG wrote:
> Russell Nelson <nelson@crynwr.com> writes:
> > No, it doesn't.  The RPSL allows modifications.  It allows derived
> > works.  It allows them to be distributed under the same terms as the
> > license of the original software.  Since it complies with all three of
> > these terms, it complies with the logical and of them, which is #3.
> 
> No no, you miss the point.  The original software can be distributed
> without telling anyone anything except the recipient.
> 
> The modified software can be distributed only if you tell the public
> at large.  That is a different condition.

No no no, Thomas, he "already disposed" of #3.

He's made up his mind; don't try to confuse him with the facts.

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