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Re: Problem with GPLv3 FAQ about linking with Visual C++


From: RJack
Subject: Re: Problem with GPLv3 FAQ about linking with Visual C++
Date: Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:12:56 -0500
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Hyman Rosen wrote:
On 2/5/2010 3:51 PM, Alexander Terekhov wrote:
Did you check with the FSF/SFLC whether "manual is available on paper in the box" covers online distribution of GPL'd binaries ala
 http://www2.verizon.net/micro/actiontec/actiontec.asp

The online distribution of GPLed firmware by Verizon is accompanied by source found at <http://www22.verizon.com/ResidentialHelp/FiOSInternet/Networking/Troubleshooting/QuestionsOne/124346.htm>.



Verizon also makes source available through the offer of a physical copy for no more than distribution costs ($10) listed on the same page.

The manufacturers of the hardware also make source available at <http://opensource.actiontec.com/>, and offer physical copies for $10
 as well.

This satisfies the BusyBox rights holders, who therefore settled their case against Verizon.

The plaintiffs  didn't "settle" their case "with" Verizion -- they
VOLUNTARILY DISMISSED WITH PREDJUDICE to stop Verizon's attorney from
kicking the SFLC's pathetic ass all over the courtroom floor. It's
embarrassing as hell to have a federal judge dismiss your frivolous
copyright case for lack of standing because you have no registered
copyrights.

ROFL.

"Pursuant to 17 U.S.C. § 411(a) as well as its predecessor, § 13, it has
been held repeatedly that ownership of a copyright registration is a
jurisidictional prerequisite to an action for infringement. . . . A
complaint which fails to plead compliance with § 411(a) is defective and
subject to dismissal."; Techniques, Inc. v. Rohn, 592 F.Supp. 1195,
1197; 225 U.S.P.Q. 741 (S.D.N.Y. 1984).

ROFL.

Keep spinnin' Hyman -- it won't help -- but keep spinnin' anyway.

Sincerely,
RJack




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