Re: Possible legal issue with KVocTrain

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On Tuesday 15 February 2005 20:27, Peter Hedlund wrote:
> Having said that IANAL, my opinion is that we should deny the request and
> keep the code in question. The decisive issue for me is a user's right to
> his data. Using the Langenscheidt software the user can create his/her own
> data files. The user has a right to the data in these files. We provide a
> possibility for the user to access his/her data and use it with other
> software. Langenscheidt's argument is that the code can be used to
> illegally modify and distribute their copyrighted material. Even though
> this is to a certain extent correct, the user's right to his own data fil=
es
> is greater.

Yes, I agree with your position. I think Langenscheidt's arguments are=20
baseless.

I have brought the issue to the attention of KDE e.V. and I expect that a=20
german attorney will contact the two of you to assist you in this matter. S=
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my other (private) mail.

> Probably the people at Langenscheidt can be convinced to
> change their mind when they see their benefit. I personally would prefer
> some kind of permission, even it were not necessary from a legal point.

Watch out with that, asking for permission can be construed as an admission=
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wrongdoing affecting your legal position. Better talk with an attorney firs=
t=20
before you say, ask or do anything.

Cheers,
Waldo
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