[Samba] GPL question regarding distribution

[Jeremy Allison]

On Sat, Feb 11, 2006 at 02:47:11PM +0100, Henrik Zagerholm wrote:
> Hi list,
> I've read the GPL and have som questions regarding incorporating GPL  
> tools in other software.
> Lets say that I make an Webbapplication that on some occasions uses a  
> GPL tool i.e nmblookup or rpcclient how much of my code do I need to  
> release under the GPL? Only the code interacting with the tool or all  
> of it (graphics, cgi scripts, designs etc etc)?
> If that is the case how do you handle i.e designs that you have  
> bought as a one use licens?

If in doubt, always consult a lawyer :-). Web use of GPL code isn't
normally covered, but situations differ. You must look at every case
differently.

Jeremy.