Distributions with signed binaries?

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atlauren

The unsigned FOSS binaries are sometimes problematic in a managed environment, where security policies restrict the use of unsigned binaries. And, in fact, the Windows and OS X platforms how heavily prefer signed binaries.

Are distributions with signed binaries available? (Perhaps through a donation?)
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therube

(I'll just point out that signed binaries could potentially be an issue on XP, perhaps Vista too.)
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Zenju

The binaries for Windows are signed, for OS X they are not. Getting signed OS X binaries is a PITA with many (intentional) hurdles by Apple. Last time I checked I Apple even mandated a registered business to get certificates. It seems it's just not worth it (on OS X).
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atlauren

Is there any way we could entice you to go through the hurdles? Unsigned binaries are an increasing problem in deployments.
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Zenju

Done! :)
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atlauren

Wonderful! Thank you!