Re: Can GnomeRAR be a part of Debian?
Pedro Guerreiro <digito@bigfoot.com> writes:
> A while ago I posted a ITP for GnomeRAR, a really nice utility, in the way
> of Winzip in the Window$ world. But the upstream author has plans to use the
> unrar-module, with his software, and this might have soma problems. Attached
> are the license for the unrar-module. The problem seems to be in 2) and 3).
> From 3) I understand that it simply can't be packaged, even in non-free. Am
> I correct?
The Unrar license as you posted it is certanly not DSFG free.
> 2. The unRAR sources may be used in any software to handle RAR
> archives without limitations free of charge, but cannot be used
> to re-create the RAR compression algorithm, which is proprietary.
> Distribution of modified unRAR sources in separate form or as a
> part of other software is permitted, provided that it is clearly
> stated in the documentation and source comments that the code may
> not be used to develop a RAR (WinRAR) compatible archiver.
This is an unacceptable limitation on derivative works.
> 3. The unRAR utility may be freely distributed, provided the
> distribution package is not modified. No person or company
> may charge a fee for the distribution of unRAR without written
> permission from the copyright holder.
Prohibition of charging a fee is not allowed by the DSFG.
> 5. Installing and using the unRAR utility signifies acceptance of
> these terms and conditions of the license.
>
> 6. If you don't agree with terms of the license you must remove
> unRAR files from your storage devices and cease to use the
> utility.
>
> Thank you for your interest in RAR and unRAR.
>
>
> Eugene Roshal
> --fdj2RfSjLxBAspz7--
>
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