Free Software, Free Society: Selected Essays of Richard M. Stallman

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Book Synopsis: The intersection of ethics, law, business and computer software is the subject of these essays and speeches by MacArthur Foundation Grant winner, Richard M. Stallman. This collection includes historical writings such as The GNU Manifesto, which defined and launched the activist Free Software Movement, along with new writings on hot topics in copyright, patent law, and the controversial issue of "trusted computing." Stallman takes a critical look at common abuses of copyright law and patents when applied to computer software programs, and how these abuses damage our entire society and remove our existing freedoms. He also discusses the social aspects of software and how free software can create community and social justice. Given the current turmoil in copyright and patent laws, including the DMCA and proposed CBDTPA, these essays are more relevant than ever. Stallman tackles head-on the essential issues driving the current changes in copyright law. He argues that for creativity to flourish, software must be free of inappropriate and overly-broad legal constraints. Over the past twenty years his arguments and actions have changed the course of software history; this new book is sure to impact the future of software and legal policies in the years to come. Lawrence Lessig, the author of two well-known books on similar topics, writes the introduction. He is a noted legal expert on copyright law and a Stanford Law School professor.

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Unlock the secrets of the software world with "Free Software, Free Society: Selected Essays of Richard M. Stallman!" Written by the esteemed MacArthur Foundation Grant winner, Richard M. Stallman, this captivating collection of essays and speeches delves into the fascinating intersection of ethics, law, business, and computer software. Whether you're a software enthusiast or simply curious about the impact of technology on society, this book is an essential read.

Discover historical writings such as The GNU Manifesto, a groundbreaking document that kickstarted the Free Software Movement. Stallman's keen insights bring light to critical issues surrounding copyright, patent law, and the contentious topic of "trusted computing." By critiquing common abuses of legal constraints on software programs, Stallman reveals how these practices damage our society and strip away our valuable freedoms.

But it doesn't stop there. Stallman delves into the social implications of software, showing how free software can foster community and social justice. With the ever-changing landscape of copyright and patent laws, including troublesome regulations like the DMCA and proposed CBDTPA, Stallman's essays offer timely and thought-provoking perspectives. As a true visionary, he argues that creativity can only truly thrive when software is liberated from restrictive legal barriers.

For the past two decades, Richard M. Stallman has shaped the history of software through his bold arguments and actions. With "Free Software, Free Society," you have the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the past, present, and future of software and legal policies. The book's introduction, penned by Lawrence Lessig, a renowned legal expert on copyright law and Stanford Law School professor, adds an extra layer of insight.

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