Re: Is stork a troll? (was Re: Trolltech QT license question)


"stork" <stork@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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While I appreciate the advantages of open source and the commitment
people make to do so, I don't any need to give up any rights whatsoever
as an artist in order to have an open source society.

You are arguing for a world where the streets are paved with gumdrops
and it only rains lollypops. It is impossible to give artists all the rights
you imagine without leading to absurdities. For example, why can't I write a
poem, drop copies of it from an airplane, and then sue/charge everyone who
reads it? Why should I have to give up any rights to charge for use just
because I give copies of my poem to everyone?

Despite the fact that I've mentioned this absurdity in your reasoning at
least five times, you've never addressed it. I guess shame on me for
treating you like a rational person.

DS


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