Author: John Merlino
Date: 15:06:22 08/16/03
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On August 16, 2003 at 18:01:07, Brian Thomas wrote: >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generally outdated and makes it completely aggravating for laptop users.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 Understood. However, we were told by our publishers to use CD copy protection and to require the CD. jm
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