[Ffmpeg-devel] Flash 8 (FLV) File Specificaton out

[Måns Rullgård]

Michael Niedermayer said:
> Hi
>
> On Fri, Mar 31, 2006 at 06:47:01AM +0200, :: Gerd Hilgemann / Onlinelib.de ::
> wrote:
>> v8 of Flash (SWF) and Flash Video (FLV) specification is available
>> The Macromedia Flash (SWF) and Flash Video (FLV) File Format Specification
>> (Version 8) went live on the licensing center today!
>> I know a lot of people have been waiting for it, and we appreciate your
>> patience.
>>
>> register for free the sdk and download the pdf!
>>
>> LINK: http://www.macromedia.com/licensing/developer/
>
> from their FAQ:
> ---------
> Can I use the File Format Specification to create a SWF interpreter or player?
>
> No, the File Format Specification is provided for the specific purpose of
> enabling software applications to export to the Macromedia Flash File Format
> (SWF).
>
>
> Can I use the File Format Specification to create a Flash Video encoder or a
> Flash Video streaming service?
>
> No, the File Format Specification is provided for the specific purpose of
> enabling software applications to export to the Macromedia Flash File Format
> (SWF).
> ----------

Is this legally enforcable, or is it just FUD?

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