[Discuss] Fwd: Hey FCC, Don't Lock Down Our Wi-Fi Routers | WIRED

[Edward Ned Harvey (blu)]

> From: Discuss [mailto:discuss-bounces+blu=nedharvey.com at blu.org] On
> Behalf Of Shirley Márquez Dúlcey
> 
> A router locked down in that way could not incorporate any GPLv3 code.

I don't see any reason locked-down firmware would violate GPLv3. As long as you announce what code you're using, and distribute the code.


> Eliminating the ability to install alternative firmware will hurt a
> lot of people

Agreed.