Howdy,

My vote for what it's worth:

Please note: Ubuntu actively supports free formats which are preferred over patent and copyright encumbered formats. However, these license restricted formats are available for installation. For more details please reference https://wiki.ubuntu.com/RestrictedFormats. 

This tells the prospective user that
1) we like open source and open formats
2) you can still get what you want if you really want it
3) A place to visit for more details

We can let the wiki talk about the merits of free vs closed as well as how to install them

Joey


Jenda Vancura wrote:
Corey Burger wrote:

  
On 5/30/06, Melissa Draper <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

    
 Melissa Draper wrote:
Parag Baxi wrote:

In terms of legality, it's definitely better than pointing the
audience to
do something that may be illegal in their country.  How about adding,
these
laws and restrictions are more fully explained at [url for restrictions
explained].  Also, perhaps adding a note saying, if these laws do not
apply
to you, the best way to achieve compatility is through Easy Ubuntu
found at
...
 Ah ok, I understand the reason there. Thanks.. Will change the wording.


 Is this a better way of wording it?




Please note: Due to Licencing restrictions and/or laws in some
countries,
some items of software are not able to be distributed with Ubuntu by
default, such as Flash player, Java and mp3 codecs. For more details see
https://wiki.ubuntu.com/RestrictedFormats. However, if laws
in your country permit use of these restricted formats, EasyUbuntu is an
easy-to-use program for installing all your favorites. Java,
Nvidia/ATI, and
more. You can find out more about EasyUbuntu at
http://easyubuntu.freecontrib.org.
      
Melissa, thanks for the great work.

Why are we mentioning the codecs issue  at all? There is no need to.
We are trying to get them excited about Ubuntu, not  worried.

I really like the idea, but am concerned about the amount of text.

Corey

    
I believe we should be truthful at all costs, and this is just about the
aspect that could scare most people.
In addition, it will allow the person to be ready even if they don't
read any other material after reading the leaflet.

Jenda

  

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