Subj : Re: Old DOS BBS Programs
To   : DaiTengu
From : Tracker1
Date : Tue Jun 21 2022 14:02:49

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.
-- 
Michael J. Ryan - tracker1@roughneckbbs.com
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