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Experiences with getting GPL source code from companies? (self.freesoftware)

submitted 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago) by possiblylinux127 to c/freesoftware

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I recently contacted Onn to get the source code for the Onn 4k TV box. We will see how long it takes me to get the code. The last contact I received was the support person telling me that the device is out of support even though it was released less than a year ago.

I already contacted the FSF and SFC so we'll see where we go from here. What experiences have you had with getting GPL source code?

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 7 months ago (1 children)

I've had shitty luck, personally, but the SFC recently had a minor legal win against Vizio for not releasing GPL code.

I'd also recommend contacting the Better Business Bureau about this. You are more likely to get a response from Onn if the BBB is involved.

[–] possiblylinux127 2 points 7 months ago

Contacting the BBB is not a bad idea