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Well, there are also many who want to contribute code back to GPL and LGPL projects, but can't because the companies that control these projects want them to si
by Rochus 6y ago
Well, there are also many who want to contribute code back to GPL and LGPL projects, but can't because the companies that control these projects want them to sign contributor agreements with unacceptable terms.
- nine_k 6y agoAccording to GPL, you do not need to contribute back to the original authors, you only need to make your changes available under GPL. But maintaining a fork is not everyone's cup of tea.
- Rochus 6y ago> But maintaining a fork is not everyone's cup of tea. It is not in the interest or benefit of the community if everyone makes or is forced to make his/her own fork. Forces should be joined, not scattered.
- jabl 6y agoProbably a big reason why Linux is successful in attracting contributions; the distributed copyright means that there's nobody more equal among equals that has the sole right to monetize it however they see fit. Everybody gets the same deal.