On 09/27/2019 02:44 PM, Jackie Harper via arch-general wrote: > Hello, > > Open Invention Network (OIN) is a patent non-aggression community that supports freedom of action in Linux as a key element of open source software. > > I've seen that the OIN includes several different distributions (Gentoo, Ubuntu derivatives etc). Would ArchLinux benefit from inclusion in this set? It looks like joining is as simple as filling out a form, no money needed and royalty-free. > > The full list of members is at: https://www.openinventionnetwork.com/community-of-licensees/ > > J. > For open-source software, what possible benefit is there for distributions like Archlinux to "sign up" to some represented patent non-aggression pact pushed by some Virginia marketing group (atigro.com)? -- David C. Rankin, J.D.,P.E.
