[boost] Re: Boost License Issues

From: David B. Held (dheld_at_[hidden])
Date: 2002-11-26 16:25:35

"Paul A. Bristow" <boost_at_[hidden]> wrote in message
news:AHEJIHEOOOBMJPAGPLIPOEMPDHAA.boost_at_hetp.u-net.com...
> Does the "as is" really add anything that the sentence doesn't already
state?
>
>  "This software is provided without express or implied warranty,
>  and with no claim as to its suitability for any purpose."
>
> seems clear enough "as is"!

I think the problem is that the entire clause can be viewed as disclaiming
warranties against patent infringement/copyright violation/etc.  The
question is whether it is possible to protect both library authors and
potential users.  I don't see where else the buck can get passed.  Perhaps
a special clause that the software does not infringe on any known
patents or copyrights, but comes with no other warranties?  I have no idea
what the legal status of such claims are, however.

Dave