On 6/14/22 14:07, DaiTengu wrote:
>> If the author can't be found or contacted though, it would be
>> difficult to register the software..
>
> correct. But if the author suddenly appeared after 30 years of not
> being able to be reached, they could demand payment and would likely
> win litigation over it.
Worth noting, the most they would get is the actual damages (cost to
register), unless you're distributing the crack/key.
Best use a VPS in Amsterdam, where US copyright doesn't apply and make
sure your real identity is shielded from anything related or pointing to
said server.
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