Re: mysql.org

[B. van Ouwerkerk]

Hi,

Sorry.. can't keep my mouth shut..

A few comments on the legal matter: GPL has been spoken about more then 
enough here..
Trademark: If no license or agreement exists which allows nusphere to use 
MYSQL AB's trademark it's probably illegal. One could think of situations 
where it might be perfectly legal.. MYSQL AB must act otherwise MYSQL AB 
will probably loose the right to use their trademark and the right to 
defend it againts others.
Having a word in a domainname that corresponds with a trademark does not 
always mean you're in violation of a trademark.. one might have obtained a 
license to use the trademark.. or one might have a trademark of their own 
with the word MYSQL and not violate any trademark..
This is in a nutshell how most laws I've seen work. I studied a few laws 
which have to do with intellectual property..
NOTE: I did use the word probably quite often.. It's not always sure..

If I look at the mysql.org website it looks to me like I found the home of 
MySQL. This is what most visitors which are unfamiliar with MySQL might or 
will think. It's a very thin line.. I know..
If nushere want to provide the mysql community with addons or 
enhancements.. why can't that be done via mysqladdons.com (if that one is 
still free).. Or even via mysql.org but without attempting to look like the 
home of MySQL..
I don't think it's generally a good idea to split a community amongst 
several websites.. having multiple lists and such..

just my 2 cents..