Re: 2.6.16 serious consequences / GPL_EXPORT_SYMBOL / USB drivers of major vendor excluded

[Greg KH]

On Sun, Feb 19, 2006 at 02:09:04PM +1100, Anton Blanchard wrote:
> 
> FYI The lkml FAQ paints a different picture:
> 
>   Note that Linus has stated that existing symbols will not be switched to
>   GPL-only. Developers of proprietary modules for Linux need not fear.
>   Furthermore, it is quite unlikely that Linus will look favourably upon
>   the introduction of new core driver APIs which are restricted to
>   GPL-only modules. This would not be in the best interests of Linux.
>   Linus has forwarded me a message he sent to someone else to clarify his
>   views.

I suggest that this entry be updated with all of the new information
that has happened in the 8 years or so since that was written :)

thanks,

greg k-h
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