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[_vya7]

GNU seems like the China of software. They write their own version of all existing tools, simply so they can have a copy of it that completely adheres to their principles.

[taylanub → _vya7]

I think that's a good thing when the principles are worth it. :-)

[_vya7 → taylanub]

I understand and respect that position. In the specific cases of both China and GNU though, I think the principles are misguided and naive.

[preid24 → _vya7]

Would you say the same about the BSDs, who have rewritten software because it was under the GPL?

[_vya7 → preid24]

I understand and respect their position too, and while I think it's probably a waste of time and effort, I think they're a little less misguided than the GPL group. I use both GPL and BSD tools every day, so I'm mostly indifferent.

[civodul → _vya7]

Free software aims to safeguard the freedom and autonomy of computer users. I think these are important features.