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> They can also create a free kernel patch that creates a perfectly
> stable interface to the external patented calculation rule. In that case,
> they could effectively make use of Linux while at the same time preventing
> a free development of Linux-based systems.

But kernel deveopers considere such a "gpl hook for proprietary stuff"
patch a circumvention device. So besides not accepting it in mainstream
kernel, it's also considered copyright violation when done by a
distributor (but not when done by the user).


