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A Quick Guide to GPLv3 — by Brett Smith — last modified Nov 08, 2007 04:13 PM: The FSF Compliance Lab has published a new article to help developers understand the benefits of GPLv3.
Free Software Foundation Releases GNU Affero General Public License Version 3 — by Brett Smith — last modified Nov 20, 2007 11:56 AM
Free Software Foundation re-launches its Free Software Directory, with over 6500 programs listed — by Josh Gay — last modified Sep 29, 2011 05:22 PM: BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA -- Thursday, September 29, 2011 -- The Free Software Foundation (FSF) today announced the re-launch of its Free Software Directory at directory.fsf.org. The Directory lists over 6,500 programs that are free for any computer user to download, run, and share. It was first launched nearly a decade ago, but the new version brings a host of new features designed to make it a more useful and current resource for users, developers, advocates, and researchers.
FSF Compliance Lab announces new web site — by Brett Smith — last modified Nov 10, 2006 03:39 PM
Time for nonprofits to leave proprietary fundraising software systems behind — by Matt Lee — last modified Oct 06, 2011 05:46 PM: BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA -- Wednesday, April 14th, 2010 -- The Free Software Foundation (FSF) today announced that CiviCRM has earned its recommendation as a fully featured donor and contact management system for nonprofits.
Gnu comes bearing gifts, draws shoppers from Microsoft store — by Zak Rogoff — last modified Dec 21, 2012 10:35 AM: Boston, Massachusetts, USA -- Thursday, December 20th, 2012 -- Today, FSF activists visited a local Microsoft store during its "Tech for Tots" session to wish passersby happy holidays with copies of the Trisquel GNU/Linux operating system, a free software replacement for Windows 8. The activists were accompanied by a gnu (free software's buffalo-like mascot) and sported Santa hats in the spirit of the season. Their action drew smiles from mall-goers who had expected to see costumed people giving gifts, but not quite like this.
FSF announces new executive director — by Matt Lee — last modified Mar 07, 2011 02:54 PM: BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA -- Monday, March 7th, 2011 -- The Free Software Foundation (FSF) today announced the appointment of John Sullivan as its new executive director.
Android GPLv2 termination worries: one more reason to upgrade to GPLv3 — by Brett Smith — last modified Aug 18, 2011 06:48 PM: Distributors lose their rights when they violate GPLv2, but the Free Software Foundation is more forgiving in its license enforcement to encourage continued participation in the free software community. GPLv3 has improved termination provisions to codify this approach, giving developers one more reason to upgrade.
Why I'm rejecting your email attachment — by John Sullivan — last modified May 11, 2010 07:38 AM: Why I'm rejecting your email attachment: for freedom and the good of the web!
Windows Phone 7: the best choice for Patent Trolls. — by Free Software Foundation — last modified Nov 05, 2010 09:42 AM: BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA -- Friday, October 8th, 2010 -- The Free Software Foundation (FSF) today issued a warning to consumers over Microsoft's upcoming Windows 7 Phone Series. The software release is backed by a reported 400 to 500 million dollar marketing campaign that aims to distract consumers from its history of abusive behavior, and recent actions as a patent troll: attacking free software based phones like Android.
GNU system, free software celebrate 30 years — by William Theaker — last modified Sep 06, 2013 02:56 PM: BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA -- Friday, September 6, 2013 -- The Free Software Foundation (FSF) today announced plans to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the GNU operating system. The celebratory activities will include a 30th anniversary hackathon at MIT in Cambridge, MA, satellite events around the world, and ways for people to celebrate online.
LibrePlanet 2014 seeks session proposals, volunteers for annual free software conference — by Free Software Foundation — last modified Oct 19, 2013 12:53 AM: BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA -- Friday, October 18, 2013 -- The Free Software Foundation (FSF) today announced the call for sessions for LibrePlanet 2014. The FSF also announced the formation of a volunteer organizing committee and a call for exhibitors.
Free Software Foundation encourages shoppers to 'Give Freely' with new Giving Guide — by Free Software Foundation — last modified Nov 27, 2013 03:26 PM: BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA -- Wednesday, November 27, 2013 -- The Free Software Foundation (FSF) today announced its 2013 Giving Guide, a resource for conscientious shoppers looking for geeky gifts that respect users' freedom. Many holiday shoppers will be turning to gadgets and online services as gifts for friends and family, but these gifts are often rife with proprietary software, anti-features, or Digital Restrictions Management (DRM), all of which restrict how the gift can be used.
FSF responds to Microsoft's privacy and encryption announcement — by John Sullivan — last modified Dec 05, 2013 03:36 PM: Yesterday, Microsoft announced a new effort to "[protect] customer data from government snooping." FSF executive director John Sullivan issued the following statement on Thursday, December 5th:
Free Software Foundation warns about the danger of computers becoming Windows-only, calls for signatures to defend the freedom to install free software — by Josh Gay — last modified Oct 17, 2011 03:24 PM: BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA — Monday, October 17, 2011 — The Free Software Foundation (FSF) released a statement open for public signing, titled "Stand up for your freedom to install free software."
FSF says: Take a stand with us for freedom, against ACTA — by John Sullivan — last modified Jun 16, 2010 04:49 PM
Women in free software: Recommendations from the Women's Caucus — by deborah — last modified Jul 16, 2010 11:06 AM: Nearly a year ago the FSF held a mini-summit for women in free software to investigate practical ways to increase the number of women involved in the free software community.
FSF announces winner of Restricted Boot webcomic contest — by Josh Gay — last modified Jul 31, 2012 02:29 PM: With over 30,000 signatures to our statement and over a dozen high-quality submissions to our contest, I'm confident our message that Restricted Boot is a mistake has the attention of Microsoft and computer-makers alike. Now we need take the next step of turning this support into tangible results.
Richard Stallman inducted into the 2013 Internet Hall of Fame — by Libby Reinish — last modified Jul 08, 2013 11:45 AM: BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA -- Wednesday, June 26, 2013 -- Free Software Foundation founder Richard Stallman today joins the ranks of notable individuals who have been inducted into the Internet Hall of Fame for their significant contributions to the advancement of the global Internet.
Coalition against Digital Restrictions Management ready to go for May 4th Day Against DRM — by Matt Lee — last modified May 04, 2012 06:08 PM: BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA -- Thursday, May 3, 2012 -- Defective by Design will hold its annual International Day Against DRM on Friday, May 4th, targeting the use of Digital Restrictions Management on ebooks. Several other organizations have joined to express their concern for the freedoms of authors and readers, including the Electronic Frontier Foundation, Creative Commons, O'Reilly Media, No Starch Press, the Accessible Computing Foundation, Libre Graphics Magazine, Fight for the Future, Angry Robot Books, APRIL, the Free Software Foundation and its sister organizations, FSF France, FSF India and FSF Europe.

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