Sven Luther <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: > The reproach which is being done is twofold :
Perhaps two separate threads would be justified. I'm only replying on the first "reproach". > c. If the items are not available to the general public, and the > initial developer of the Software requests a copy of the items, > then you must supply one. > Now, the clause which causes problem is the 6c, which states that upstream > might also want to get those works linked with the software. I understand that > this may be considered non-free, but let's go over the DFSG points one by one, > and not start with discutable chinese disident or desert island stuff which > only muddy the water. As I see it 6c is a serious privacy problem. Perhaps the requirement for privacy is not directly implied by any of DFSG, but I can't imagine people being very happy with the requirement to let the initial developers know how the software is being used. Do you think upstream really need this clause?