Paul Hammant wrote:
It seems that we are no nearer the FSF dropping it's unreasonable objection to GPL intermixing with other licensed software (including Apache). This is a real tragedy.
I hate the fact that the licenses are incompatible (I've wanted to combine Apache/GPL code in the past,) but I don't think it is a tragedy. I don't see how the GPL would maintain the ideals of the FSF if this intermixing were allowed.
Incidentally, whilst porting apps I have noticed a few GPL infractions. Jext is one. It is GPL, yet imports Skin Look and Feel (which uses an Apache license clone) == not allowed. Should I tell these guys, or turn a blind eye?
I think you should tell them. Every group with an Open Source license needs to know about this sort of issue to keep the use of their license clean and meaningful.
Cheers,
Ken
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