David Schwartz writes: >> However, compilations (even to the extent they are creative >> combinations) are not necessarily derivative works of their elements. >> For more details, see >> http://www.copyright.gov/circs/circ14.html#compilations > > Because compilation copyrights don't really affect the Tivo and GPLv2/GPLv3 > issue, I tend to ignore them when discussing that subject. If you think I'm > wrong and there is some relationship between them, please let me know. I > admit I may not have given that possibility enough thought.
I believe compilation copyrights do bear on GPL-licensed software, by virtue of the GPL's sentence "[...] rather, the intent is to exercise the right to control the distribution of derivative _or collective_ works based on the Program." (emphasis added). There is a lot of grey and/or arguable area about what constitutes a GPL-encumbered collective work versus mere aggregation. Although I disagree, I understand and respect that some believe that the kernel plus a digital signature over it is "mere aggregation". I would like to focus the discussion on that question, though, rather than whether the GPL is worded to control the rights to compilations-in-general that include GPLed works. Michael Poole - To unsubscribe from this list: send the line "unsubscribe linux-kernel" in the body of a message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] More majordomo info at http://vger.kernel.org/majordomo-info.html Please read the FAQ at http://www.tux.org/lkml/
