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Karsten Wade (kwade)
fedora-extras-commits at redhat.com
Fri Jul 22 09:08:11 UTC 2005
Author: kwade
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</div>
<div class="toc"><dl>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-splash">1. Welcome to Fedora Core 4</a></span></dt>
-<dd><dl><dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-new-in-fc">1.1. New in Fedora Core 4</a></span></dt></dl></dd>
+<dd><dl>
+<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-new-in-fc">1.1. New in Fedora Core 4</a></span></dt>
+<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-why-no-mp3">1.2. MP3 Codecs and Other Patented or Closed Source Software</a></span></dt>
+</dl></dd>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-legalnotice">2. Legalnotice</a></span></dt>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-intro">3. Introduction and Technical Release Notes</a></span></dt>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-hardware-reqs">4. Hardware Requirements</a></span></dt>
<dd><dl>
-<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2506215">4.1. CPU Requirements</a></span></dt>
-<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2568430">4.2. Hard Disk Space Requirements</a></span></dt>
-<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2568606">4.3. Memory Requirements</a></span></dt>
+<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2731206">4.1. CPU Requirements</a></span></dt>
+<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2731368">4.2. Hard Disk Space Requirements</a></span></dt>
+<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2731544">4.3. Memory Requirements</a></span></dt>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-hardware-reqs-ppc">4.4. PPC Hardware Requirements</a></span></dt>
</dl></dd>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-overview">5. Overview of This Release</a></span></dt>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-anaconda">6. Installation-Related Notes</a></span></dt>
<dd><dl>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-install-notes-ppc">6.1. PPC Installation Notes</a></span></dt>
-<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2572417">6.2. Anaconda Notes</a></span></dt>
-<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2572561">6.3. Installation-Related Issues</a></span></dt>
+<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2735352">6.2. Anaconda Notes</a></span></dt>
+<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2735492">6.3. Installation-Related Issues</a></span></dt>
</dl></dd>
-<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2572073">7. Package-Specific Notes</a></span></dt>
+<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2735012">7. Package-Specific Notes</a></span></dt>
<dd><dl>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-basic-components">7.1. Basic Components</a></span></dt>
<dd><dl>
-<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2572895">7.1.1. Fedora Extras Repository</a></span></dt>
+<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2735807">7.1.1. Fedora Extras Repository</a></span></dt>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-audit-daemon">7.1.2. Audit Daemon auditd and Log
Files</a></span></dt>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-nptl">7.1.3. LinuxThreads versus NPTL</a></span></dt>
-<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2573740">7.1.4. Enabling the slocate Database</a></span></dt>
-<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2573786">7.1.5. Stricter Controls in openssh</a></span></dt>
+<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2736674">7.1.4. Enabling the slocate Database</a></span></dt>
+<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2736721">7.1.5. Stricter Controls in openssh</a></span></dt>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-perl">7.1.6. Perl Binary Compat Symlinks</a></span></dt>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-server-sys-config">7.1.7. Server and System Configuration Tools</a></span></dt>
-<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2574484">7.1.8. Java Package Recommendations</a></span></dt>
+<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2737419">7.1.8. Java Package Recommendations</a></span></dt>
</dl></dd>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-packages-core">7.2. Core</a></span></dt>
<dd><dl>
-<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2574543">7.2.1. yum</a></span></dt>
+<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2737469">7.2.1. yum</a></span></dt>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-kernel">7.2.2.
Linux Kernel
</a></span></dt>
@@ -65,8 +68,8 @@
Development Tools
</a></span></dt>
<dd><dl><dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-devel-gcc">7.3.1. GCC Compiler Collection</a></span></dt></dl></dd>
-<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2577372">7.4. Language Support</a></span></dt>
-<dd><dl><dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2577380">7.4.1. The IIIMF Input System</a></span></dt></dl></dd>
+<dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2740307">7.4. Language Support</a></span></dt>
+<dd><dl><dt><span class="section"><a href="#id2740314">7.4.1. The IIIMF Input System</a></span></dt></dl></dd>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-web-servers">7.5. Web Servers</a></span></dt>
<dd><dl>
<dt><span class="section"><a href="#sn-web-servers-modperl">7.5.1. mod_perl</a></span></dt>
@@ -151,8 +154,8 @@
</p>
<div class="example">
<a name="ex-desktop-screenshot-clearlooks"></a><div class="mediaobject">
-<a name="txt-fedora-desktop-screenshot"></a><img src="./figs/Fedora_Desktop.png" longdesc="ld-txt-fedora-desktop-screenshot.html"><div class="longdesc-link" align="right">
-<br clear="all"><span class="longdesc-link">[<a href="ld-txt-fedora-desktop-screenshot.html" target="longdesc">D</a>]</span>
+<a name="txt-fedora-desktop-screenshot"></a><img src="./figs/Fedora_Desktop.png" longdesc="ld-txt-fedora-desktop-screenshot.php"><div class="longdesc-link" align="right">
+<br clear="all"><span class="longdesc-link">[<a href="ld-txt-fedora-desktop-screenshot.php" target="longdesc">D</a>]</span>
</div>
</div>
<p class="title"><b>Example 1. New desktop featuring Clearlooks and Evince</b></p>
@@ -223,6 +226,134 @@
</p></li>
</ul></div>
</div>
+<div class="section" lang="en">
+<div class="titlepage">
+<div><div><h3 class="title">
+<a name="sn-why-no-mp3"></a>1.2. MP3 Codecs and Other Patented or Closed Source Software</h3></div></div>
+<div></div>
+</div>
+<p>
+ This section is a brief explanation of why certain software is not
+ included in Fedora Core or Fedora Extras. This information was drawn directly
+ from the canonical wiki page:
+ </p>
+<p>
+ <a href="http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/ForbiddenItems" target="_top">http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/ForbiddenItems</a>
+ </p>
+<p>
+ A frequent question of the Fedora Project is why certain items are not
+ included in Fedora Core or Fedora Extras. This briefly explains some of the
+ reasons.
+ </p>
+<p>
+ Other items, such as file systems support, requires community
+ participation. For more information, refer to <a href="http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/Wishlist" target="_top">http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/Wishlist</a>
+ </p>
+<div class="variablelist"><dl>
+<dt><span class="term">NTFS</span></dt>
+<dd><p>
+ NTFS Support is not included in the Fedora Core kernel because of
+ patent concerns. Using a file system natively supported by
+ Linux such as ext3 is a better option. If you must share
+ files between Windows and Linux on a single system, use
+ FAT/FAT32 (vfat) instead. For sharing across a network,
+ Samba is a good option.
+ </p></dd>
+<dt><span class="term">MP3 encode/decode functionality</span></dt>
+<dd><p>
+ MP3 support is not included in any Fedora Core application because
+ MP3 is heavily patented in several regions including the
+ United States. The patent holder is unwilling to give an
+ unrestricted patent grant, as required by the GPL. Other
+ platforms might have paid the royalty and/or included
+ proprietary software. Other Linux distributions not based in
+ a region affected by the patent might ship MP3
+ decoders/encoders. However, Fedora Core cannot and does not ship
+ MP3 decoders/encoders in order to serve the goal of shipping
+ only free and open source software. Using other open source
+ formats such as Ogg Vorbis (a lossy codec that has better
+ quality than MP3) or FLAC (a lossless codec) is highly
+ recommended.
+ </p></dd>
+<dt><span class="term">NVIDIA 3D drivers</span></dt>
+<dd><p>
+ The NVIDIA 3D drivers are closed source. Fedora Core does not
+ include proprietary binaries. Consider using an Intel or any
+ other manufacturer that supports open source cards with full
+ specifications and/or source code.
+ </p></dd>
+<dt><span class="term">ATI 3D drivers</span></dt>
+<dd><p>
+ The ATI 3D drivers are closed source. Fedora Core does not include
+ proprietary binaries. Consider using an Intel or any other
+ manufacturer that supports open source cards with full
+ specifications and/or source code.
+ </p></dd>
+<dt><span class="term">RealPlayer</span></dt>
+<dd><p>
+ RealPlayer is a closed source application. Fedora Core does not
+ include proprietary binaries. Consider using open source
+ codecs that do not have patent restrictions.
+ </p></dd>
+<dt><span class="term">DVD video playback</span></dt>
+<dd><p>
+ DVD video playback (of CSS encrypted DVDs) may violate the
+ US DMCA (refer to <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DMCA" target="_top">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DMCA</a>)
+ because it may be considered circumventing an encryption
+ mechanism. Additionally, MPEG2 is a patented codec, so even
+ DVDs without encryption cannot be played. Consider using
+ open source unencrypted mediums such as Ogg Theora formats.
+ </p></dd>
+<dt><span class="term">Mono</span></dt>
+<dd><p>
+ Mono packages are not currently included due to potential
+ legal issues. (Pending more input.) Applications can be
+ written in other languages that are open source, such as
+ Python, Perl, or Ruby. Java is cross-platform and GCJ is a
+ relatively mature open source implementation of it. These
+ are not direct one-to-one equivalents with .NET but might
+ serve your purpose.
+ </p></dd>
+<dt><span class="term">Cryptology (mcrypt)</span></dt>
+<dd><p>
+ Some cryptology related packages such as mcrypt are not
+ included within Fedora Core due to US export restrictions. Consider
+ using non-restricted cryptographical methods instead.
+ </p></dd>
+<dt><span class="term">szip</span></dt>
+<dd><p>
+ The szip license is too restrictive for inclusion in Fedora Extras.
+ Use other open source alternatives.
+ </p></dd>
+</dl></div>
+<p>
+ In conclusion:
+ </p>
+<div class="itemizedlist"><ul type="disc">
+<li><p> If it is proprietary, it cannot be included in Fedora.
+ </p></li>
+<li><p>
+ If it is legally encumbered, it cannot be included in Fedora.
+ </p></li>
+<li><p>
+ If it violates US Federal law, it cannot be included in Fedora.
+ </p></li>
+</ul></div>
+<p>
+ Of course, the logical followup is: "But I want to get foo and do
+ bar, how can I do one of the items listed above?"
+ </p>
+<p>
+ The unofficial <a href="http://fedorafaq.org" target="_top">http://fedorafaq.org</a> provides
+ useful answers on commonly asked questions. However, these are
+ completely unsupported by the Fedora Project. The Fedora Project recommends using free
+ and open source software alternatives whenever possible.
+ </p>
+<p>
+ The binary only drivers can be acquired from the vendors. You can
+ find many interesting things with Google.
+ </p>
+</div>
</div>
<div class="section" lang="en">
<div class="titlepage">
@@ -252,7 +383,7 @@
produced for the Fedora Project.
</p>
<p>
- RELEASE-NOTES-FC4 (2005-07-19-T16:20-0700)
+ RELEASE-NOTES-FC4 (2005-07-22-T04:20-0700)
</p>
<p>
Red Hat, Red Hat Network, the Red Hat "Shadow Man" logo, RPM, Maximum RPM, the RPM logo, Linux
@@ -357,7 +488,7 @@
<div class="section" lang="en">
<div class="titlepage">
<div><div><h3 class="title">
-<a name="id2506215"></a>4.1. CPU Requirements</h3></div></div>
+<a name="id2731206"></a>4.1. CPU Requirements</h3></div></div>
<div></div>
</div>
<p>This section lists the CPU specifications required by Fedora Core
@@ -401,7 +532,7 @@
<div class="section" lang="en">
<div class="titlepage">
<div><div><h3 class="title">
-<a name="id2568430"></a>4.2. Hard Disk Space Requirements</h3></div></div>
+<a name="id2731368"></a>4.2. Hard Disk Space Requirements</h3></div></div>
<div></div>
</div>
<p>This section lists the disk space required to install Fedora Core
@@ -464,7 +595,7 @@
<div class="section" lang="en">
<div class="titlepage">
<div><div><h3 class="title">
-<a name="id2568606"></a>4.3. Memory Requirements</h3></div></div>
+<a name="id2731544"></a>4.3. Memory Requirements</h3></div></div>
<div></div>
</div>
<p>This section lists the memory required to install Fedora Core
@@ -947,7 +1078,7 @@
<div class="section" lang="en">
<div class="titlepage">
<div><div><h3 class="title">
-<a name="id2572417"></a>6.2. Anaconda Notes</h3></div></div>
+<a name="id2735352"></a>6.2. Anaconda Notes</h3></div></div>
<div></div>
</div>
<div class="itemizedlist"><ul type="disc">
@@ -1010,7 +1141,7 @@
<div class="section" lang="en">
<div class="titlepage">
<div><div><h3 class="title">
-<a name="id2572561"></a>6.3. Installation-Related Issues</h3></div></div>
+<a name="id2735492"></a>6.3. Installation-Related Issues</h3></div></div>
<div></div>
</div>
<div class="itemizedlist"><ul type="disc">
@@ -1110,7 +1241,7 @@
<div class="section" lang="en">
<div class="titlepage">
<div><div><h2 class="title" style="clear: both">
-<a name="id2572073"></a>7. Package-Specific Notes</h2></div></div>
+<a name="id2735012"></a>7. Package-Specific Notes</h2></div></div>
<div></div>
</div>
<p>
@@ -1132,7 +1263,7 @@
<div class="section" lang="en">
<div class="titlepage">
<div><div><h4 class="title">
-<a name="id2572895"></a>7.1.1. Fedora Extras Repository</h4></div></div>
+<a name="id2735807"></a>7.1.1. Fedora Extras Repository</h4></div></div>
<div></div>
</div>
<p>
@@ -1274,7 +1405,7 @@
<div class="section" lang="en">
<div class="titlepage">
<div><div><h4 class="title">
-<a name="id2573740"></a>7.1.4. Enabling the <tt class="filename">slocate</tt> Database</h4></div></div>
+<a name="id2736674"></a>7.1.4. Enabling the <tt class="filename">slocate</tt> Database</h4></div></div>
<div></div>
</div>
<p>
@@ -1288,7 +1419,7 @@
<div class="section" lang="en">
<div class="titlepage">
<div><div><h4 class="title">
-<a name="id2573786"></a>7.1.5. Stricter Controls in <tt class="filename">openssh</tt></h4></div></div>
+<a name="id2736721"></a>7.1.5. Stricter Controls in <tt class="filename">openssh</tt></h4></div></div>
<div></div>
</div>
<p>
@@ -1374,7 +1505,7 @@
<div class="section" lang="en">
<div class="titlepage">
<div><div><h4 class="title">
-<a name="id2574484"></a>7.1.8. Java Package Recommendations</h4></div></div>
+<a name="id2737419"></a>7.1.8. Java Package Recommendations</h4></div></div>
<div></div>
</div>
<p>
@@ -1405,7 +1536,7 @@
<div class="section" lang="en">
<div class="titlepage">
<div><div><h4 class="title">
-<a name="id2574543"></a>7.2.1. yum</h4></div></div>
+<a name="id2737469"></a>7.2.1. yum</h4></div></div>
<div></div>
</div>
<p>
@@ -1899,7 +2030,7 @@
<div class="section" lang="en">
<div class="titlepage">
<div><div><h3 class="title">
-<a name="id2577372"></a>7.4. Language Support</h3></div></div>
+<a name="id2740307"></a>7.4. Language Support</h3></div></div>
<div></div>
</div>
<p>
@@ -1909,7 +2040,7 @@
<div class="section" lang="en">
<div class="titlepage">
<div><div><h4 class="title">
-<a name="id2577380"></a>7.4.1. The IIIMF Input System</h4></div></div>
+<a name="id2740314"></a>7.4.1. The IIIMF Input System</h4></div></div>
<div></div>
</div>
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