[Asterisk-Dev] Re: How can I complile g.729 into asterisk if I have g.729 source code?

[alex at pilosoft.com]

On Thu, 2 Sep 2004, mirza sahib wrote:

> On Thu, 2 Sep 2004, Tony Mountifield wrote:
> 
> > Be aware that if a codec uses patented techniques (e.g. G.729) you
> > must still pay a licensing fee, even if you already have the source
> > code.
> 
> Only if you intend to redistribute your work. If you just want to use it
> for yourself then no license fee needs to be paid, afaik.
Yes, even if you use it yourself, you will be infringing on patents and 
potentially liable.

-alex