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It makes that person a criminal ! Computer piracy in simple terms is THEFT ! Theft is a criminal offense world-wide ! If caught, the person in possession of the pirated software would face charges - resulting in either a large fine and/or jail time.
Writing computer programs can take a programmer days, weeks or even YEARS. Using pirated software deprives the legitimate writer of income. Before using such software - ask yourself a simple question - How would YOU feel if someone else was being paid for work YOU did !
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How does pirating hurt the user?
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What does pirating software means?
pirating software involves stealing software already set up and in use in someone';s office or home. same as thievery if owner does not yet have a copyright.
The act of illegally copying or selling software is called?
Software Piracy!
How does pirating music hurt the company?
they dont get much profit and mite go broke
What are some of the risk associated with pirating software?
Criminal penalties - jail time and fines
Is user interface hardware or software?
The user interface is software.
What was blackbeards hobbies?
pirating, pirating and pirating
What is actually purchased when a user purchases software?
User purchase quality software when user go to market to purchase software.
What does 'Thou shalt not use or copy software for which you have not paid' mean?
It is telling you that pirating software is illegal and can result in fines and jail time. The only way to legally use software is with a paid license.
Is system software described as end user software?
No. The system software is run and used only by the computer, such as drivers. End-user software is used by the user, such as a game. Some software can be both, however, such as the command prompt.
What is difference between software Requirement Specification and user requirement specification in software?
Software requirement specifications include both installation and maintenance requirements, and functional aspects of software that a user needs. User requirement specification in software is the specifications about functional and user interface specification.
What are two unethical uses of internet?
1.Spreading viruses knowingly 2.Illegally downloading/pirating software and movies
