[pp.int.general] Why Free Software misses the point

[Alexandre Leray]

Hi,

On 05/17/2010 04:40 PM, Richard Stallman wrote:
> I draw the distinction between art and works that serve a practical,
> functional purpose.
>
> Software is in the latter category, and so are some books (educational
> and reference works).  I think that works with a practical, functional
> purpose ought to be free, but I don't say the same thing about art, or
> about political statements (which the messages in this discussion
> are).
>
> See http://www.gnu.org/philosophy/freedom-or-copyright.html
> for more about this.
>
>    

Isn't this distinction a cultural construction? I don't think software 
is only a functional product --  it is loaded with design and culture.

Best,

Alexandre Leray