Re: GPL and NDAs

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From: Jeffrey B. Siegal
Date: Mon, 31 Jan 2000 00:00

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Isaac wrote:
> I don't think copying is a problem.  I think a more important question is
> whether they are allowed to use the binaries for any purpose other than
> as an agent of the company.  If not then their copying doesn't constitute
> distribution.

Many (probably most) companies allow a small amount of personal use of things
like phones, computers, etc. as long as it does not interfere with
professional use and does not violate policies against abuse, harrassment,
etc.  Particularly on "break time" or "after hours."

> And if an employee running binaries on a workstation isn't distribution,
> why would 100 employees doing the same thing only on their own workstation
> not be 100 instances of not distributing.

The number of instances matter.  It can be argued that one instance (or a
small number of instances) is allowed  under "fair use" and whether it is
copying and/or distribution doesn't matter because no license is required. 
But not a larger number.

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From: "Jeffrey B. Siegal" <jbs@quiotix.com>
Subject: Re: GPL and NDAs
Date: 2000/01/31
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