]not according to GPL it isn't. it needs linus's permission (and no
]discension from other kernel developers). but by default it's not
]allowed.
I believe Linus allows non-open-source modules that can be used with the
kernel, and recognises the needs for these modules - so long as no changes
need to be made to the kernel. It makes sense - not everything /can/ be
open-source, as it wouldn't make sense from a business perspective
(especially low level drivers to custom hardware).
Any changes made to that with is already under the GPL does fall under the
GPL, but modules aren't changes - they are just plug-ins.
Gary
**********************************************************************
This e-mail and any attachment contains information which is private
and confidential and is intended for the addressee only.
If you are not an addressee, you are not authorised to read, copy or
use the e-mail or any attachment.
If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender
by return e-mail and then destroy it.
**********************************************************************
Maintained by the ILUG website team. The aim of Linux.ie is to
support and help commercial and private users of Linux in Ireland. You can
display ILUG news in your own webpages, read backend
information to find out how. Networking services kindly provided by HEAnet, server kindly donated by
Dell. Linux is a trademark of Linus Torvalds,
used with permission. No penguins were harmed in the production or maintenance
of this highly praised website. Looking for the
Indian Linux Users' Group? Try here. If you've read all this and aren't a lawyer: you should be!
