Re: GPL question: using large contiguous memory in proprietary driver.

[Chris Friesen]

Kaz Kylheku wrote:

> I have the following question. Suppose that some proprietary driver
> (otherwise completely clean, based only on non-GPL symbols)

The fact that it's not using GPL symbols does not actually mean that the 
driver is not a derivative work of the kernel (and thus subject to the GPL).

> Would it be okay to have a mechanism like this:

<snip>

You should probably talk to a lawyer specializing in IP law.

Chris
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