Re: [SLUG] Is there a software license MORE copy-left than GNU APL?

From: Scott Grizzard (scott@scottgrizzard.com)
Date: Wed Jun 10 2009 - 21:32:19 EDT


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I thought I couldn't do that because of the copyright on the GPL...

- - Scott

Pete Theisen wrote:
> Scott Grizzard wrote:
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>> The gnu-apl requires that any network users of a piece of software be
>> allowed to see the source code of the software they use.
>>
>> Here's my problem: one of the core values of my new company is that
>> patients should be able to see the source code of the software they're
>> doctors use, so /all/ are assured of its quality. There is also a
>> feature in the software that allows patients to access their medical
>> records.
>>
>> My concern is that, for the GNU-APL version, larger "corporate" doctors'
>> offices might just disable the feature and keep their modifications "in
>> house", violating the spirit of the license and the values of the
>> company.
>
> Hi Scott,
>
> Just use the GPL as your starting point, get a lawyer to write the other
> points you want in addition - as "left" as you like, Use that as your eula.
>
> Bear in mind that someone may still violate your eula, and the only
> thing you can do is sue.
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