Announcing SimplyMEPIS 6.0 Linux GPL Source Code Availability
Morgantown, WV, July 29, 2006 -- To comply with GPL license restrictions, MEPIS is now offering MEPIS related GPLed source code as a 2 DVD set available from the MEPIS Store at http://store.mepis.com In addition, Warren Woodford of MEPIS has prepared a FAQ explaining his understanding of the GPL license as it relates to source code. The FAQ is at http://www.mepis.org/node/10725
In most cases, the source code for the GPLed components contained in the SimplyMEPIS collective work are available from the Ubuntu pools, however in accordance with the restrictions of the GPL license, source code is also available from MEPIS. This offer of source code only applies to GPLed source code and to any additional source code that MEPIS may choose to include. This offer does not apply to the GPLed source code of GPLed binary code that is not distributed by MEPIS, or that is improperly licensed under the GPL license, or that is determined to be in violation of US law. It also does not apply to non-GPLed source code related to MEPIS Linux.
Warren explained how MEPIS extends it's GPL source code offer to MEPIS users. "For the purpose of satisfying the restriction of the GPL license regarding GPLed source code, MEPIS grants an automatic limited agency relationship to individuals and groups giving MEPIS CDs to others free of charge or for a fee that is charged only to raise funds for a legal not-for-profit activity. This means MEPIS users can give copies of MEPIS Linux to their friends without being accused of violating the GPL license."
The DVDs are available for immediate order. The contents of the DVDs are subject to change without notice, for example when MEPIS modifies its software offerings.
About MEPIS
MEPIS LLC was founded in 2003 by computer industry veteran Warren Woodford, to realize his personal vision for a version of Linux that was complete and secure, while also being easy to try, easy to install, and easy to use. Today MEPIS offers commercial Linux solutions for home users, businesses, hardware vendors, and vertical market early adopters. MEPIS products are also available free of charge to not-for-profits, K-12 schools, and private users not requiring support.
