[A83] Re: DS Thread Extended onto this list
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[A83] Re: DS Thread Extended onto this list
Scott Dial writes:
> v1.15 os is copyrighted by TI. The license to use it does not
> include any rights to modify or distribute. Making available the routine
to
> "unlock flash" may contribute to infringement by others and would not be
> viewed on favorably by TI.
That's blatantly false. You don't need a license to modify your own
software. You didn't sign a contract when you purchased the calculator.
They have absolutely no legal basis to enforce arbitrary terms or conditions
after the sale has been completed.
> We trust that now that this has been brought to your attention you
> will not support or endorse copyright infringement behavior by your
> members or staff.
Modifying your own software does not contribute to copyright infringement.
The only thing that will get you into trouble is distributing copyrighted
material. Patches are completely legel.
Of course, this ignores the DMCA, but this would be a good example of the
DMCA being used to hinder research and consumer rights.
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David Phillips <david@acz.org>
http://david.acz.org/
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