Don Maslin/Archiving system software

Hex Star wrote: Sourceforge won't touch something like this with a 10-foot pole. A lot of that software and even the documentation are "encumbered". It's copyrighted with usage restrictions, and even "with permission" usage isn't possible because the owners of the copyrights are not available. Sourceforge can't go near content like that, and they shouldn't. They are Caesar's Wife; they can't afford any risk or any hint of improper distribution. A *lot* of the stuff made available by list members is copyrighted and its distribution is not strictly kosher. Many of the owners of the IP involved make use of what I call "a wink and a nod" hobbyist licensing. Meaning they don't actually grant permission, they just pointedly don't object to *judicious* publication or distribution. They do so for several reasons, but the main one is that the ownership of that IP has traveled through several hands, and the current owners would have to spend an insane amount of money and time just proving that they *can* grant permission. They don't really care, but they want to not be responsible and not give up control at the same time. So they sort of shut their eyes. The problem with that from our point of view is that it can be fickle.the IP rights change hands often, and the new owners may not be so tolerant. We *have* to keep a low profile. And dude, slow down. I've been subscribed to this list for 3 or 4 years now, and I really am still a total noob in all this. Kick back, enjoy the show and the classes, and take the time to know where you are, who these guys are, and what they're about before you start being a Hero. Patience will pay off. Doc