Posted by Newbie_Thrawn on March 16, 1998 at 12:55:21:
I was wondering about people's opinions on using a cog that was made or modifed by someone else. My opinion is as follows:
a) Original cogs: get the authors permission [e.g. shotgun cog from Cardia 2]
b) Modified cogs: anyone can use--just don't alter credit text within the cog (if any)[e.g. I made a modified reactorthrust trap cog (as seen in Bespin mining Station--except now it works with 2 switches instead of 1)
My feeling is that the original ones are the ones that really distinguish the author's lvl from others. On the other hand, modifying one means well adding a little something but not really breaking new ground.
I am interested in hearing what other level makers think so maybe we can develop a defacto policy and use what can be shared and ask permission when appropriate.
Thanks,
Newbie_Thrawn