Category Archives: Tech

Linux (the OS) Will Be Subject to the GPL v3

Posted on March 29, 2007 by Mark

Today, the [FSF](http://www.fsf.org/) released the [latest draft of the GPLv3](http://gplv3.fsf.org/). The reported reason for the delay is to deal with the Novel/Microsoft deal. I.e., making explicit that if you distribute GPL licensed code, you are not allowed to sue people … Continue reading →

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Twitter

Posted on March 23, 2007 by Mark

I’ve signed up to twitter, mostly because I’m a shameless follower. But hey, maybe there’ll be a prize… http://twitter.com/melevittfl

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Kaleidescape DVD Copying Case Goes to Trial

Posted on March 22, 2007 by Mark

I’ve been following [this case](http://www.kaleidescape.com/company/legal.html) for a while, ever since I saw the Kaleidescape system at a home theater dealer. *PC Magazine* is reporting that the case is now moving to trail. Kaleidescape is, according to the article, arguing that … Continue reading →

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Report DVD Ripping Questions as TOS Violations on Apple Forums

Posted on March 16, 2007 by Mark

Apple is about to release a new product, the AppleTV, that lets you watch movies and TV shows purchased from the iTunes Store on your television. Just like the iPod and CDs, most people already have a number of movies … Continue reading →

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OS X 10.4.9 Update Adds Slight Delay to Eject Key

Posted on March 15, 2007 by Mark

Strange. After installing the 10.4.9 update to OS X, the eject key didn’t seem to work on my G5. I also usually put the Mac to sleep by using the ^Eject key combination. That was when I first noticed the … Continue reading →

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