On 2003-10-13, Brian T. Sniffen <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > The GNU GPL is somewhat awkward for print distribution: it requires > either a CD of source in the back or an onerous offer valid for three > years. The best alternative I can consider is to distribute the book > under the GPL, with the special exception that printed copies may be > derived from it, or perhaps a separate license to the publisher.
Be careful with the exception: you probably don't want people printing modified copies without also releasing the source. Alternatively, you could provide the publisher with a written offer to provide the source, which they could then print in the back of the book (without providing anything themselves). Peace, Dylan