illegal Software

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illegal Software

One of my best friends has Final Cut Studio on his Mac and he offered to give me a copy. The thing is, I know he downloaded his software online and I'm sure if it's an illegal copy (I suppose with a illegal Key as-well). I don't think Il take it but is it possible that he can get caught? Can apple see if he has a illegal copy? Would Apple know if it wasn't registered but just used (like one copy never updated). I tried telling my friend that it's a bad idea to even have illegal stuff on his computer but is he really in danger? I don't under stand how so many people get away with illegal apps. Can anyone answer these questions?

MacBook Pro 2GHz 1GB RAM, PowerMac G5 Dual 2GHz 4GB RAM, Mac OS X (10.4.7)

Posted on Jul 4, 2006 10:45 AM

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Answer 1

Jul 4, 2006 11:06 AM in response to MikeHoe

Ha, ha, ha, ha... "friend", lol! Are you sure that friend is not you? You seem very worried on behalf of your "friend", unnaturally so, lol! In any case, I don't think you'll get answers on *Apple's official forums* to questions regarding security measures if any, that Apple takes to rightfully protect their property. I recommend to not have anything to do with illegal software. Apple is a relatively small company. If folks steal their software, it makes a big difference to Apple's well-being (moreso than Microsoft, though personally I definitely do not advocate or support or excuse the use of ANY illegal software). You want to use the software? Do the right thing and buy it. Often there are demos so you can try before you buy.

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David S.

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Jul 4, 2006 11:08 AM in response to MikeHoe

The answer to the question is that copy is illegal.

Whether you get caught or not isn't the issue.

What else do want in the way of an answer?

Bootlegged copies are subject to criminal penalties.

In many states, this can be a felony, which is state, not county jail, imprisonment.

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MikeHoe Author

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Jul 4, 2006 11:14 AM in response to Rob Derram

lol, i knew someone was going to say that I was faking the whole friends thing( which i\I'm not). But really, the issue is that my friend has a copy(illegal) and I don't think i want it. I think il try the demo.

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Jul 4, 2006 11:45 AM in response to MikeHoe

There's a demo version of FCP? Where?

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Answer 5

Jul 4, 2006 3:12 PM in response to MikeHoe

Of course they can tell. Let your friend know that he can get caught doing that.

That's my story and I'm sticking to it.

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