Re: seconds searched for override of resolution 007 needed. (Was: [PROPOSAL] Final consensual proposal for the problematic firmware issue in the linux kernel sources.)
On Sun, Oct 15, 2006 at 10:07:02AM +0200, Sven Luther wrote:
> Hello,
>
> Ok, since the proposal in its amended by Manoj form passed, we need to add an
> amendment to this proposal, accordying to Manoj, so that we don't have two
> proposals in effect at the same time, leaving it a full mess.
Which 2 proposals are in effect that conflict? We only had 1 vote on
this as far as I know, so I don't see how it can conflict.
>
> So, i propose this amendment, as discussed with Manoj, and need your seconds
> on this one too.
>
> === START OF PROPOSAL ===
[...]
> 5. We further note that some of these firmware do not have individual license,
> and thus implicitly fall under the generic linux kernel GPL license.
> We will include these firmware in Debian Etch and review them after the
> release. Vendors of such firmware may wish to investigate the licensing
> terms, and make sure the GPL distribution conditions are respected,
> especially with regards to source availability.
>
> 6. We will include those firmware into the debian linux kernel package as well
> as the installer components (.udebs) used by the debian-installer.
> ==== END OF PROPOSAL ====
>
> Only change, is the addition of clause 0. which states the override. I am not
> totally satisfied by this text, so if someone has a better idea, it would be
> nice.
Atleast points 5 and 6 aren't in GR we voted on either.
Kurt
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