Re: [Q] Was GS/OS System 6.0 'Reclassified' ??

[dempson@actrix.gen.nz (David Empson)]

Willie Yeo <yeo@pigeon.qut.edu.au> wrote:

>       I meant to ask this question a LONG time ago.
> 
> [System 6.0.1, also HyperCard IIgs 1.1, System 6 Golden Master]

>       I know it is avaliable for downloads from Apple's FTP sites, or
> purchase from a licenced source, e.g. ByteWorks.
> 
>       How would one define it ? Another reclassification from Commercial
> to Freeware ?

Nope.  System 6.0.1 and HyperCard IIgs are commercial copyrighted
software, which happen to be available for free download from some Apple
FTP sites.  It is not legal to distribute them from another source
unless that source has arranged the appropriate licensing from Apple
(which also happens to be free, as long as they accept the application).

There may be restrictions on the form in which the software is
distributed, and it may be necessary to get a "certified" copy supplied
by Apple licensing, as opposed to digging up your own copy of the
software.

As for the System 6 Golden Master: this is entirely copyrighted and not
for distribution.  Again, it may be possible to license some parts of
it, but the majority is not available unless you buy a second hand copy
of the CD-ROM.

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David Empson
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