On Sunday 31 August 2008 14:47:33 Stefanik Gábor wrote:
> On a related note, I think we should make b43 load
> wl_apsta.o/wl_apsta_mimo.o directly, and cut out the firmware in the
> memory, as the cut-out firmware files are illegal to distribute,
> meaning that a distro can't include a ready-to-use b43 driver, even if
> they consider shipping non-free (but distributable) components OK.
> This prevents distros from enabling online installation through a
> Broadcom wireless card, as the boot CD can't include the necessary
> firmware.

This is not going to happen, as it will _not_ improve the legal situation.
We are _not_ going to put fwcutter into the kernel. That is completely
insane and makes no sense at all. Cut the firmware in userspace!

-- 
Greetings Michael.
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