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Subject: Re: Majestic /Pocket PC

Author: Brian Thomas

Date: 15:01:07 08/16/03

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On August 16, 2003 at 00:51:17, John Merlino wrote:

>As for the engine, I did say that it was going to be copy protected. I have a
>feeling that some persistent user (perhaps yourself) will be able to figure out
>a way around the engine's protection, but it will STILL require the CD at all
>times.
>
>jm

This isn't meant personally, but... this is really annoying.  I'm totally
against copy protection that is invasive, and this type of protection scheme is
generally outdated and makes it completely aggravating for laptop users.  Even a
CD Refresh is annoying, but bearable.

Can't there be some type of activation scheme?  Or better yet a combination of
the two-- must have CD in drive unless you activate :)

The thing is, it doesn't even stop piracy -- those with high end burners can
copy any protected disc and cracks (like Nonyz's anti-cd) simply override those
CD checks.  Reminds me of Jake Johannsen's comedy bit about locking his car...
why bother?  He's the only one who can't get in without the keys.

OK, end of rant.

Brian



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