Re: [OT] Intelectual Property Law [WAS: Re: what graphic card to buy?]
On Wed, 18 Jul 2012 23:45:34 -0400
Celejar <celejar@gmail.com> wrote:
> On Wed, 18 Jul 2012 23:30:57 -0400
> Gary Dale <garydale@rogers.com> wrote:
>
> ...
>
> > Personally I think one of the biggest appeals of Debian (and of
> > Linux in general) is the commitment to freedom. IP laws and the
> > degree to which hardware vendors support freedom is relevant to
> > purchasing decisions.
>
> I agree.
>
> > Debian users need to understand that attempts to encumber knowledge
> > for profit are inherently wrong.
>
> I don't wholly agree here. I have a very strong preference for FLOSS,
> for many reasons, but I fully respect the rights of others to develop,
> sell, buy and use non-FLOSS. It is the right of others, individuals
> and corporations, to develop, market and sell proprietary software;
> it is my right to avoid such stuff to whatevenr extent possible.
>
Yes, when you look at it from the developers point of view, but there
can never be any advantage for the user by not having the rights FLOSS
provides. At least I can't think of any consumer case where you
would want less rights. I agree that we must preserve full
personal liberty and make changes by taking a conscious choice.
Cheers,
gaffa
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