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To: Ronald Ashkenazy who wrote (47068)	1/22/1999 9:38:00 PM
From: Bruce A. Thompson	Respond to of 1571602

Ronald, That's fine for the newest machines, but what about mine and the millions of other boxes out there that won't be replaced for many years? Also, when I buy a program, I want a hard copy for my $. I also want to be able to put it on every computer I use. Bruce

To: Ronald Ashkenazy who wrote (47068)	1/23/1999 2:21:00 PM
From: Paul Engel	Respond to of 1571602

Ronald - Re: " isn't there also a "whisper” reason which is to somehow control all software piracy by preventing installation on any machine unless a license has been purchased?" This is the exact practice used in UNIX workstations for purchase and installation of Unix-based software. Sun Microsystems, HP, IBM, etc. all employ serialized CPUS/Workstations. This practice started in the early 1980s and continues to do this day. Re: "I wonder if this would result in a dramatic drop in software prices as a result of significant increased revenues from all the previous pirating users. " I doubt that - it will just reflect the true value of a Company's products if they receive fair compensation for the use of their products. For example, do you expect to be paid by your employer for all the hours you work? Do you want your employer to subtract out compensation for the time you spend on bathroom breaks, coffeee breaks, personal time spent on the Internet, daydreaming time, etc.? Paul

To: Ronald Ashkenazy who wrote (47068)	1/23/1999 10:59:00 PM
From: Craig Freeman	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 1571602

Ronald, MSFT might be the true source of the processor ID conspiracy. If Intel goes through with it, MSFT will be able to track how many different PCs are using the same copy of Windows dial in to get Windows updates. An automated email program could be used to query users as to their point-of-purchase and the pirate could be cornered in days, perhaps even hours. As to whether this might lower the cost of software, don't count on it. Craig