* Jon S. Berndt -- Tuesday 17 March 2009:
> Everyone must have access to the source code.

Only those who got the binary, directly or indirectly. From the FAQ
http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-faq.html#RedistributedBinariesGetSource:

| My friend got a GPL-covered binary with an offer to supply source, and
| made a copy for me. Can I use the offer myself to obtain the source?
|
| Yes, you can. The offer must be open to everyone who has a copy of the
| binary that it accompanies. This is why the GPL says your friend must
| give you a copy of the offer along with a copy of the binary—so you can
| take advantage of it.   

Of course, nobody is obliged to give you the binary.

m.



PS: While a judge in a lawsuit may not agree with the FAQ, it's still
    the most authoritative source.

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