On: Onyx is violating the Linux kernel's license, refuses to release source code

[slim]

no, since they don't have access to source, they can't modify it and gpl does not apply to them

[lopmotr → slim]

It's rather that they're not distributing it (either source or binary) so the GPL doesn't apply to them. Not having access to the source doesn't exempt you from the GPL.

[elchupanebre → lopmotr]

But they are getting an unlicensed product. IMNAL, but if they are made aware of the fact and continue to use the product, wouldn't it be willful misconduct?

[Dylan16807 → slim]

If the GPL completely doesn't apply then you don't have a license to use the program.

[iso947 → Dylan16807]

You don’t have a license to copy the program, the gpl does not grant you a license to use the program as you do not need a license to use a program.

If you don’t agree to The gpl normal copyright law applies and you can’t copy the program outside of fair use in your jurisdiction

[Dylan16807 → iso947]

If I install a pirate copy of a program on your computer, can you use it without a license?

[iso947 → Dylan16807]

What law would I be breaking in what jurisdiction? I’m not familiar with Somali copyright law, and that’s the main source of pirated, although I did read an increasing number in Nigeria too.