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Brett Glass writes:
> So, yes, if you have read GPLed code, you are at serious risk. At any
> time, the FSF could claim that your work was derivative and had to be
> given away for free. You might prevail in court, but doing so could be
> just as costly as losing the proceeds from your work.

Is that the extent of the 'risk'? Pure supposition?

I'll start worrying when there is an enforceable precedent in my
area.

I'm more worried about the risk of losing concentration while
driving, and hurting someone as a consequence.

M
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Mark Murray
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