GPL Question

Discussion in 'Legal Issues' started by Darkhodge, Aug 24, 2006.

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    Hey,


    I have downloaded and modified a script, which is under GPL. In the readme.txt file am I allowed to put my name as the author? Or are you meant to leave the original developer as the author?

    Also concerning distribution of the software - am I right in assuming I can distribute the files as long as they are under the GPL as well?


    Thanks,

    Hodge
     
    Darkhodge, Aug 24, 2006 IP
  2. Darkhodge

    Darkhodge Well-Known Member

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    Can anyone help? :eek:
     
    Darkhodge, Aug 24, 2006 IP
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    eddy2099 Peon

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    Well, I believe that you still need to acknowledge the original author so you should be able to add on to the author list.

    Yes, you can distribute the software with your changes under GPL.
     
    eddy2099, Aug 25, 2006 IP
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    Darkhodge Well-Known Member

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    So it'd be ok for me to state the original author and my name as an contributer or something? :)
     
    Darkhodge, Aug 25, 2006 IP