Thread: GPL violation?
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Old 02-29-2008, 10:29 AM   #30
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Originally Posted by HarryT View Post
Does the GPL really extend the responsibility to the end retailer? That seems a little unreasonable, if it's something that they have no control over.
It is illegal to resell bootleg CDs and DVDs, even if one purchased them in good conscience thinking they are genuine. Selling devices that include Linux but violate the license seems basically the same.
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