Re: GPL v3?

[John Hasler <jhasler@debian.org>]

Joe writes:
> Mainly the difference is that v3 has clauses to prevent people from
> restricting users what they can do with things that the software makes,
> such as putting DRM in media.

It also attempts to limit enforcement of their patents.  It is so complex
as to be very difficult to understand.  It will be completely
incomprehensible to those who struggle with GPLv2.

> I am not exactly sure how these companies justify doing what they do
> with code that is under the GPL, but they do it none the less.  AFAIK,
> they add functionality to the code then refuse to release the source
> code...

If you know of such instances contact the copyright owners so that they can
take appropriate action.

> I will not metion names because I don't want to get slapped with a law
> suit.

So you are not sure of your facts.
-- 
John Hasler