  Copying conditions of the compression code
  Markus Gutschke, gutschk AT math PERIOD uni-muenster PERIOD
  de
  1 July 1997

  This document explains the copying conditions of the compressor code


  The compression code as implemented in "lzhuf.c" was taken from a BBS
  program written by Joachim Schurig <jschurig AT zedat PERIOD fu-berlin
  PERIOD de>. He states that the code can be used freely for programs
  that are covered by a "freeware" license. This probably includes both
  BSD style licenses and the GPL.



  The code in "zloader.asm" is a reimplementation of the uncompressor.
  It has been written from scratch and is hereby placed under the
  conditions of the GNU General Public License (GPL). The algorithm is
  outlined in "compressor.sgml".



  Thus, there are no copyright problems with using this code, but there
  still might be difficulties with software patents. These patents are
  not legal in most parts of the world, but if you live in a country
  that honors software patents then you should verify that using these
  algorithms is legally permitted. Unless you are absolutely sure, that
  there are no legal obstacles, you should use the code for educational
  purposes only (this assumes that your educational institution is
  exempted from patent laws). The author cannot be held responsible for
  using the program code in violation of applicable local laws.



  If you are aware of patents that might affect the legality of using
  the code in some parts of the world, please let me know.





























