Alternative to Google code for python x,y?
Hi,
I'm writing, because I'm very grateful for Python X,Y, and we
recommend it with enthusiasm for our windows users:
http://nipy.org
I saw that you are using Google code, and I was wondering if you'd
consider hosting downloads somewhere else. The reason is that Google
code robustly blocks various countries subject to US embargoes -
including Cuba, where I often work [1],
Actually, Sourceforge was recently forced to do the same [2], but then
allowed people to opt out [3].
I often expound the goodness of Python to my Cuban colleagues but of
course it's not encouraging when they try and download free software
and are told they are from a 'forbidden country'. It also seems to me
contrary to the principles of open source [4].
Is there any chance you would consider a mirror or similar somewhere
less affected by the relevant restrictions?
Thanks a lot,
Matthew
[1] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_open_source_software_hosting_facilities
[2] http://sourceforge.net/blog/clarifying-sourceforgenets-denial-of-site-access-for-certain-persons-in-accordance-with-us-law/
[3] http://sourceforge.net/blog/some-good-news-sourceforge-removes-blanket-blocking/
[4] http://www.opensource.org/docs/osd - "5. No Discrimination Against
Persons or Groups"
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