[Qgis-psc] Fwd: Re: Book about QGIS

[Anita Graser]

Am 22.10.2014, 14:28 Uhr, schrieb Gary Sherman <gsherman at geoapt.com>:

> Below is my response regarding the use of the QGIS name and screenshots  
> in a book. If you see any issues with my response, let me know and I'll  
> send a correction.


Thanks Gary!
I think your response is fine, no need for corrections imho. Not sure the  
current faq will add much to answer his questions but that's ok.
Best wishes,
Anita




>
> -gary
>
> On 10/22/14 6:21 AM:
>> Dear Mr. Gary Sherman
>>
>> First, I would like to congratulate you and your coworkers for the
>> excellent work with the development of QGIS. I am a user and I'm very
>> thankful for that.
>>
>> I have previously contacted Frank Warmerdam and he gave me this e-mail
>> so that I could express my doubts regarding a book I'm writing about the
>> QGIS. As the book explains the basic functions of the program, I have
>> used print screens from your software.
>>
>> My questions are:
>>
>> - Are there any restrictions for the images use?
>> - How should I credit them? Are there any company norms?
>> - Can I use the word "QGIS" in the title of my book?
>>
>> I'm looking forward to your answer.
>
> Can you tell me a little bit more about your book? Perhaps share a table
> of contents or outline? Who is is your publisher?
>
> For guidance on use of the QGIS name, see:
> http://www.qgis.org/en/site/getinvolved/governance/trademark/index.html#frequently-asked-questions
>
> You should of course give attribution to the QGIS project and reference
> the project website somewhere in your book. This could be a short
> paragraph in the Introduction or Preface.
>
> The use of screenshots fall under fair use and are no problem.
>
> -gary
>
>
>


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