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Technically true perhaps, but morally gray at best. As I see it, a project that's using the GPL is making a pretty clear statement of their intent, regardless
by makecheck 15y ago
Technically true perhaps, but morally gray at best. As I see it, a project that's using the GPL is making a pretty clear statement of their intent, regardless of whatever slimy legal loopholes may have been left unclosed. A GPL project author probably doesn't want other people harvesting their work and keeping the changes secret, even if there are technically ways around the GPL's distribution clauses.
- gaius 15y agoFWIW I agree with you, but it is how it is.
- starter 15y agoI'm confused. Are you saying that using private GPL software in the SaaS vertical is NOT ok?
- gaius 15y agoI'm saying that while it violates the spirit of the GPL, it is nonetheless completely permitted. As I say, Google do it.
- starter 15y agoI see. It all comes down to morals. With all the Open Source Community has given me, I'm not interested in stepping on toes. Not sure what the future holds but thanks for making your perspective crystal clear!