RE: Dell vs. GPL

David Schwartz (davids@webmaster.com)
Sun, 29 Jun 2003 14:45:35 -0700


> First since it effects ATA it is my issue for the most part.
> You have no stake or issue to pursue GPL violations if there are any.

False. He is an intended third party beneficiary of the GPL.

> Three, until you have copyright status, you have not right to invoke GPL
> unless you are a customer of Dell, and are not bound by a contract to
> Dell.

False. He downloaded the object file from Dell's web site, so Dell
distributed it to him. This entitles him to the source code.

> So get your facts first.

Facts?

> If there is a GPL issue with Dell and it involves my work, my lawyers will
> contact Dell.

Glad to hear it.

DS

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