Ian Stirling wrote: > On 05/10/2014 04:11 PM, Julius Schwartzenberg wrote: >> Hi, >> >> I came across a GPL violation and I'd like to ask for some advice on the >> initial contact with the company. > >> The device is (was) sold in two configurations, one more expensive than >> the other. This difference is only made by the software and by stickers >> on the device. Access to the software would probably enable changing the >> cheaper version (which I have) into the more expensive version. > > First would be to check the date. > If it's been 3 years since the distribution happened - then there is no > obligation under the GPL to give you anything.
Could you tell me a bit more about this? I have the device itself for much longer than 3 years. I only recently found out it's based on Linux. The firmware update images are still available on their website though. Of course I hope the company will try to comply with the GP License once they are pointed out that they distributed the software without any license. Thanks! Julius
