Questions about the legal use of the software and services provided by Ubuntu.
Questions tagged [legal]
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Can I legally build and sell desktops with Ubuntu pre-installed?
I'm starting a business and this is part of what I'm going to be offering. I'm almost complete with my certification in Linux Administration, but I don't know all of the ins and outs of the law Linux is under...
Torian Allen
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How do I legally make an open-source version of a closed-source game?
Is it legal to make an open-source version of a closed-source game (and expansion pack) to distribute to other users? I want to do that for an old game called Age of Empires 2.
hunter
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Is it legal to sell computers with Ubuntu installed
Possible Duplicate:
Can I legally build and sell desktops with Ubuntu pre-installed?
Is it legal to assemble a computer, install ubuntu on it, and then sell the computer. I don't mean charging for the copy of ubuntu but for the price of parts and…
Wyatt Scott
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Why isn't Oracle Java included in the standard Ubuntu repo?
Unlike many popular programming languages, the popular Oracle Java package is only available using a PPA, not by the official repo.
Why isn't Oracle Java included in the standard Ubuntu repo?
Adam Matan
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What are the legal consequences of customizing the LiveCD?
the organization I work at wants to create a custom Ubuntu LiveCD, the customizations are: Pre-installed programs, plugins, some device drivers, and aesthetics such as icons and backgrounds, as well as changing Firefox's homepage and removing…
Orca
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Is it legal to install msttcorefonts package? Is Wine legal?
I'd like to know whether it is legal to install the msttcorefonts package and also whether installing Windows software using Wine is also legal? I currently live in Brazil and I don't know what specific rules apply over here.
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What is the legal status of libraries in Ubuntu?
I cannot find a good source of information in regard to the legal status of some libraries and applications in Ubuntu 11.10, and I am hoping to find some answers here.
Firstly, it seems Ubuntu includes libjasper1 by default, the legal status of…
user38220
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Does the MegaUpload shutdown put Ubuntu One at risk?
File sharing website MegaUpload has recently been shut down because they were hosting copyrighted files and therefore participating in copyright infringement. This has caused other file sharing websites to shut down over similar fears.
I can…
Mattmon
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Is it legal to use Ubuntu name for my cybercafé?
I have a cybercafé in Tunisia (North Africa) and I want to promote Ubuntu and hence I want to call it "Ubuntu Club" and I want to know whether Canonical will allow this. I love Ubuntu and I want to promote its OS and products in North Africa. BTW I…
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How can I legally prove that I have recompiled the Ubuntu source?
I like to create my own distro based on Ubuntu. I may modify the source of some packages. When I read intellectual-property-policy of Ubuntu, I noticed the following rule.
Any redistribution of modified versions of Ubuntu must be approved,…
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Is Ubuntu Desktop free for a business solution?
Is Ubuntu Desktop free for business platforms?
Has Ubuntu changed its conditions about using the OS for profit purposes?
Mounaim CH
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How do I make Ubuntu use only free software?
During the install, there is an option to make Ubuntu use only free software. Is there a way to toggle this option now that it is installed? Thanks.
gustavokrm
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Can people sell Ubuntu on Ebay?
Tired of windows and was told by a workmate about Ubuntu. Sounds promising! I ran across a couple of Ebay sellers that are selling Ubuntu. I thought that was prohibited?
Do you think that this is a fake Ubuntu with viruses?
john
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Using Ubuntu-installed pc for commercial purpose
My computer has Ubuntu Desktop installed and I want to do graphics designing and web development for clients. That means I will use my computer for commercial gain. Does this violate any Ubuntu policies?
Especially I did not understand the mentioned…
user640260
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Can I use "powered by Ubuntu" stickers legally?
I recently installed Ubuntu (the 14.04, not any edubuntu or any other ubuntu flavour) in my college lab desktops.
I was willing to put a "powered by Ubuntu" sticker on all of them.
I want to know are there any legal issues involved to print Ubuntu…
