What went wrong with the Aussie WB Buy?

[David Hunt]

> This is not about changing the rules after the fact.

In fact, I did a version of artwork for the board.  Ironically, I don't have
a need for such a device because I can read plugs.  But I did the work,
gratis, just to help.  There was no mention of any restrictions at that
time.

I don't know what artwork was used, but I posted ALL the work to the web.
This included models of the devices.  All that work is hidden on the new
board.

>If you cannot follow the laws of the road, you do not get a driver's
license.
    These days, as long as you don't speed and you don't hit a police car
you would be incorrect.
>If you cannot adhere to the terms of a contract, you cannot keep a job.
    Very few jobs require contracts.
>If you cannot stick to the terms of a mortgage, you cannot have a home.
    You can rent.
Your illogic is commendable for its consistency.

>Why is it any different with the terms of the DIY-WB?

Because, if there are one or two restrictions, there will be another
proposed and then another and then you have a situation just like taxes.
The dumbest restriction I've heard is "You have to solder your own board."

> If you would like a WBO2, and you feel that paying extra is not a problem,
> contact the people responsible for the US buy and work out a deal to have
parts
> shipped to you.  Do not be afraid to offer extra money for their time and
> effort, as they may need it.  I'm sure you'll find they are at least as
> reasonable as Peter, and they are definitely due a few dollars already.

As an attempted contributor I didn't ask for ANY type of compensation -
including ownership.  If I had wanted money, you wouldn't have been able to
afford it, because a new commercial item would cost less.

>But keep in mind that this issue is only out in the public eye to create a
>stir.  This is the DIY-EFI equivalent of the National Enquirer.

I  agree, but who is playing the part of the overstating Enquirer?

> The people who are really in the business of stealing projects will be
quietly offering a
> product for sale while the list is busy screaming over this little
publicity stunt.

With this single statement I agree.  No sucessful retailer would be
interested in developing a product for this list.  I read that as:

If one is offering help to the members of this list it is not in order to
take their money.

If there were a lawyer involved it would ask "What is the total extent of
the damage?"  Generally speaking, that is all that can be recovered.  So,
what's the damage?

> Shannen

David


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