Overview
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Explore a comprehensive strategic plan for defending copyleft and restoring software freedom on Linux-based devices in this 43-minute conference talk from linux.conf.au 2021. Delve into the challenges faced by the open-source community as Linux becomes increasingly prevalent in everyday devices. Examine how industry incumbents have worked to circumvent copyleft principles and learn about the Conservancy's approach to prioritizing individual users' software freedom. Gain insights into the complexities of upholding open-source values in a landscape dominated by profit-driven entities that restrict device modification rights. Discover strategies for ensuring the future of software freedom in an era where Linux-powered appliances are evolving into powerful general-purpose computers.
Syllabus
"A Comprehensive Strategic Plan for Copyleft Freedom on Linux" - Bradley M. Kuhn (LCA 2021 Online)
Taught by
linux.conf.au