README
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This is version 0.6.0 of GNUstep (`gnustep').

   GNUstep is a set of general-purpose Objective-C libraries base on the
OpenStep standard developed by NeXT (now Apple) Inc. The libraries
consist of everything from foundation classes, such as dictionaries and
arrays, to GUI interface classes such as windows, sliders, buttons, etc.

   Here is some introductory info to get you started:

Initial reading
===============

   The file `INSTALL' gives instructions for installing the package.
The `GNUstep-HOWTO' gives a more thourough treatment of GNUstep
installation, and is probably the prefered document to read,
particularly for first-time users. There are also language and OS
specific HOWTO files in the `Documentation' directory.

   Read the  `GNUstep-HOWTO' for how GNUstep works on specific machines.

   The GNUstep web site at `http://www.gnustep.org' also conatins good
documentation, such as a nicely format PDF format installation manual.

   For documentation on individual libraries, look in the documentation
section/directory for that library.

   The GNUstep libraries are covered under the GNU Public Library
License.  This means you can use these libraries in any program (even
non-free programs) as long as you make the source and improvements you
have made to the libraries freely available. You should read the
COPYING.LIB file for more information.

   GNUstep tools, test programs, and other files are covered under the
GNU Public License. This means if you make changes to these programs,
you cannot charge a fee, other than distribution fees, for others to
use the program. You should read the COPYING file for more information.

How can you help?
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   * Check the task list at the GNUstep web site, or subscribe to the
     GNUstep newslists for information.  If you can volunteer for any
     of the projects, or if you have any useful comments send email!
     <discuss-gnustep@gnu.org>

   * Give us feedback!  Tell us what you like; tell us what you think
     could be better.  Send bug reports to <bug-gnustep@gnu.org>.

GNUstep maintainers
<gnustep-maintainers@gnu.org>

