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+ | Welcome to the End Software Patents Wiki! [https://endsoftwarepatents.org End Software Patents] is a global initiative of the [https://fsf.org Free Software Foundation] with one goal: the elimination of all software patents in the world. | ||
− | + | ESP Wiki is a comprehensive tool for finding information about software patents with the aim of organizing a global campaign for their legislative blocking. It includes detailed arguments, campaign material, numerous resources, and extensive legal information. | |
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− | ''' | + | ESP Wiki is an international collaborative effort fueled by volunteers. It is the best source available for campaigning against software patents. We currently have '''{{NUMBEROFARTICLES}}''' pages. '''You''' can help us expand them and improve their quality. |
− | ''' | + | '''ESP Wiki is a pool of information, [[ESP_Wiki:General_disclaimer|<u>not</u>]] a statement of ESP's views or policies.''' |
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− | + | =Navigate= | |
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− | + | | colspan="3" style="background-color:#f2f1e5; padding-top: 10px;" |ESP Wiki contains all the information one needs to understand the problem of software patents. It also provides the necessary tools that '''you''' need to start influencing the public policies of your country. | |
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+ | [[File:Generalintroduction.png|center|150px|link=:Category:General introduction]] [[:Category:General introduction|'''General Introduction''']]<br>Learn why the world should abolish software patents | ||
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− | + | [[File:Campaigning.png|center|150px|link=:Category:Campaigning]] [[:Category:Campaigning|'''Campaign Material''']]<br>Take action against software patents | |
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+ | ! colspan="3" style="text-align: center; background-color:#2e5a5e; color:#ffffff; padding-top: 5px; border-radius: 10px;" |Resources | ||
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+ | | colspan="3" style="background-color:#f2f1e5; padding-top: 10px;" |ESP Wiki has been the main reference point for the global campaign against software patents. It has been widely reported in media, academic journals, and public debates. Our credibility stems from the systematic documentation of our resources. | ||
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+ | [[File:Opinions.png|center|150px|link=Category:Opinions]] [[:Category:Opinions|'''Opinions''']]<br>Find out what people have to say about software patents | ||
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− | + | [[File:Legalinformation.png|center|150px|link=Category:Legal information]] [[:Category:Legal information|'''Legal Information''']]<br>Study legislations, case law, and patent office practices on software patents | |
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− | + | ! colspan="3" style="text-align: center; background-color:#607b7d; color:#ffffff; padding-top: 5px; border-radius: 10px;" |Getting started | |
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− | + | | colspan="3" style="background-color:#f2f1e5; padding-top: 10px;" |Our vast database would not be possible without volunteers like '''you'''. There are many ways to contribute to ESP Wiki. You should take a few minutes to get familiar with the basics. This is your starting point. | |
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− | + | [[File:Whyabolish.png|center|150px|link=Why abolish software patents]] [[Why abolish software patents|'''Why abolish software patents''']]<br>Understand the goal of the ESP campaign | |
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− | + | [[File:Howtonavigate.png|center|150px|link=Finding things on en.swpat.org]] [[Finding things on en.swpat.org|'''How to navigate the wiki''']]<br>Learn how to effectively find information on software patents | |
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− | + | | colspan="3" style="background-color:#f2f1e5; padding-top: 10px;" |With the basics covered, you are now ready to contribute to ESP Wiki! Each one of your contributions will take us closer towards our goal: the elimination of software patents. Please try to keep the style of your contributions consistent with our existent articles. | |
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− | + | [[File:Howtohelp.png|center|150px|link=Help:How to make a good contribution]] [[Help:How to make a good contribution|'''How you can help''']]<br>Identify the areas of our wiki where we need help the most | |
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− | + | [[File:Styleguide.png|center|150px|link=Style guide]] [[Style guide|'''Use our style guide''']]<br>Find out what standards for writing and formatting you should follow when contributing | |
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− | + | =Get in touch= | |
+ | * [https://lists.endsoftwarepatents.org/mailman/listinfo/esp Subscribe to our <nowiki>[esp]</nowiki> discussion list] | ||
+ | * [https://my.fsf.org/civicrm/mailing/subscribe?reset=1&gid=196 Sign up for announcements relating to the End Software Patents campaign] | ||
+ | * [mailto:campaigns@fsf.org Send us an email at campaigns@fsf.org] | ||
+ | * [irc://irc.libera.chat/endsoftwarepatents Join our IRC channel at #endsoftwarepatents on Libera.Chat] | ||
+ | * [https://lemmy.ml/c/endsoftwarepatents Follow our community on Lemmy] | ||
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+ | [https://endsoftwarepatents.org/2023/05/transcript-the-state-of-software-patents-in-2022-by-panos-alevropoulos/ Transcript: The state of software patents in 2022 with Panos Alevropoulos] – 25 May 2023 | ||
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+ | <div style="border: 1px solid lightgrey; box-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #33333333; text-align: center; padding: 3px; margin-bottom: 12px;"> | ||
+ | [https://endsoftwarepatents.org/2023/04/googles-decision-to-deprecate-jpeg-xl-emphasizes-the-need-for-browser-choice-and-free-formats/ Google’s decision to deprecate JPEG-XL emphasizes the need for browser choice and free formats] – 12 April 2023 | ||
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+ | <div style="border: 1px solid lightgrey; box-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #33333333; text-align: center; padding: 3px; margin-bottom: 12px;"> | ||
+ | [https://endsoftwarepatents.org/2021/11/join-the-fight-against-software-patents-with-the-revamped-campaign-site/ Join the fight against software patents with the revamped campaign site] – 3 November 2021 | ||
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Latest revision as of 06:13, 11 June 2023
Welcome to the End Software Patents Wiki! End Software Patents is a global initiative of the Free Software Foundation with one goal: the elimination of all software patents in the world.
ESP Wiki is a comprehensive tool for finding information about software patents with the aim of organizing a global campaign for their legislative blocking. It includes detailed arguments, campaign material, numerous resources, and extensive legal information.
ESP Wiki is an international collaborative effort fueled by volunteers. It is the best source available for campaigning against software patents. We currently have 670 pages. You can help us expand them and improve their quality.
ESP Wiki is a pool of information, not a statement of ESP's views or policies.
Action | ||
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ESP Wiki contains all the information one needs to understand the problem of software patents. It also provides the necessary tools that you need to start influencing the public policies of your country. | ||
General Introduction Learn why the world should abolish software patents |
Campaign Material Take action against software patents |
Resources | ||
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ESP Wiki has been the main reference point for the global campaign against software patents. It has been widely reported in media, academic journals, and public debates. Our credibility stems from the systematic documentation of our resources. | ||
Opinions Find out what people have to say about software patents |
Legal Information Study legislations, case law, and patent office practices on software patents |
Contribute
Getting started | ||
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Our vast database would not be possible without volunteers like you. There are many ways to contribute to ESP Wiki. You should take a few minutes to get familiar with the basics. This is your starting point. | ||
Why abolish software patents Understand the goal of the ESP campaign |
How to navigate the wiki Learn how to effectively find information on software patents |
Contributing | ||
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With the basics covered, you are now ready to contribute to ESP Wiki! Each one of your contributions will take us closer towards our goal: the elimination of software patents. Please try to keep the style of your contributions consistent with our existent articles. | ||
How you can help Identify the areas of our wiki where we need help the most |
Use our style guide Find out what standards for writing and formatting you should follow when contributing |
Get in touch
Latest ESP news
Google’s decision to deprecate JPEG-XL emphasizes the need for browser choice and free formats – 12 April 2023
Join the fight against software patents with the revamped campaign site – 3 November 2021