Re: GPL software on a webserver - "released" or not?

[Rjack]

John Hasler wrote:
> John Geddes writes:
> > Does the very act of loading the code onto any webserver constitute
> > "releasing" the software?
>
> No.  The GPL comes into effect when you transfer ownership of a copy of a
> work licensed under it.


When you transfer ownership of a copy, the first sale doctrine kicks 
 in -- you can't put further restrictions on that copy.

Sincerely,
Rjack :)