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Re: [libvirt] [PATCH] show compiled in options in virsh --version


From: Justin Clift
Subject: Re: [libvirt] [PATCH] show compiled in options in virsh --version
Date: Fri, 29 Oct 2010 17:01:25 +1100
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On 10/29/2010 04:43 PM, Jim Meyering wrote:
<snip>
> Of course.  Thanks for the reminder, Bruno.
> That is indeed a slippery slope.  I was too hasty in saying "ok".
> 
> Eric, one option is to use the GPLv3 for programs like virsh,
> then to have a second gnulib library that they would use.

Cue "making it more difficult for packagers", and that extra bit
harder for people wanting to figure out licensing for use with
their app.  ;>

In this specific instance, probably the best route is the easiest one,
and keep on using our existing (less optimal, but already license
compatible) code. :)




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