open source licenses and algorithms

[Randy Kramer]

Patrik Wallstrom wrote:
> On Mon, 21 Jan 2002, Randy Kramer wrote:
> 
> > > So, is the algorithm patented as well as copyrighted?  If so, I think
> > > another can of worms is about to have the top popped off.
> > >
> > > > You can license something that is patented, thus, if an algorithm is
> > > > patented, it could be licensed.
> >
> > What algorithm are we talking about?  AFAIK, the discussion was about a
> > hypothetical algorithm.
> 
> I asked a question about a (still hypothetical, but a practical thing I
> have to work out) program with an algorithm and a protocol that (if
> possible) will be locked to that exact algorithm and protocol provided
> with the original software, but still with an open source license. I guess
> I have to either not open source it, or change this requirement.

Patrik,

Sorry, I can't help you on that point.

Randy Kramer
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