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    ubuntu logo rip off

    An ad for this site was in my Facebook sidebar.
    I know the Ubuntu logo is (or should be) open source, but I still thought this was a little rude.

    http://www.swaprock.com.au/


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    -Craig.

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    Re: ubuntu logo rip off

    This clearly violates Canonical's copyright of the concept of a picture depicting geometric shapes resembling three people standing in a circle holding hands.

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    Re: ubuntu logo rip off

    Quote Originally Posted by Giant Speck View Post
    This clearly violates Canonical's copyright of the concept of a picture depicting geometric shapes resembling three people standing in a circle holding hands.
    LOL. You win.

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    Re: ubuntu logo rip off

    Canonical provides a form for reporting possible trademark violations...

    https://forms.canonical.com/trademarkviolation/
    Stephen : Graphic Designer | Atari fan | Opera user since 1997

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    Re: ubuntu logo rip off

    Our logos are presented in multiple colours and it is important that their visual integrity be maintained. It is therefore preferable that the logos only be used in their standard form but if you should feel the need to alter them in any way you should keep the following guidelines in mind. It should also be borne in mind that the more you wish to vary our logos from their standard form the smaller is the chance that we will be able to approve your proposed use.

    * If presented in multiple colours, the logo should only use the “official” logo colours.
    * You may use transparency and gradient/depth tools but should retain the “official” colours.
    * A monochrome version may be acceptable in certain situations, if the use requires it (e.g. desktop backgrounds).
    * Any scaling must retain the original proportions of the logo.
    It may be close enough to constitute as the Ubuntu Logo, and seeing as it's not using the main colors... UH-OH!!
    I filled out that Trademark infringement form thing that Newfoundlander linked to.

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