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Re: Copyright resolution
On Tue, 2003-03-25 at 09:38, John Dallaway wrote:
> Jonathan Larmour wrote:
>
> > So as I see it, and from what y'all have already indicated preferences
> > for, there are essentially two conclusions:
> >
> > a) Create our own "eCos Foundation" whether not-for-profit or otherwise,
> > and possibly then try to do a deal with Red Hat.;
> > or
> > b) Drop the copyright assignment requirement for patches entirely.
>
> I don't see option (a) as realistic unless someone is prepared to pay the
> legal fees or we can find sponsorship. These fees are likely to be
> considerable given the unusual nature of the proposed foundation.
>
> I think option (b) is the most realistic way forward and agree with Jifl
> that this should definitely be accompanied by a company disclaimer process.
> In fact, we should maintain a database detailing all code contributions,
> company names, contact details, etc.
After more thought, I tend to agree, although I would like to
explore the FSF option (which could go hand-in-hand with this
change).
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