Raul Miller wrote: > Likewise, if the change author is on a desert island, I don't see how > the change author can receive any requests. >From the DFSG FAQ: > This holds even if such requirements are only "upon request", as the > castaway might be able to receive messages but be unable to send them. Raul Miller wrote: > Perhaps these test should be updated to focus more directly on the > practical problems we're trying to solve? [The "desert island" test, in > particular, seems like it could be phrased better -- I think a "poverty" > test would be much more apropos.] The practical problem addressed by the Desert Island test is the ability to make private modifications. This could be phrased in terms of custom software used within a business, but it wouldn't be nearly as catchy or succinct. :) - Josh Triplett
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