ISP Information:
A packaging system based on files with the .rpm extension that contain dependency information, pre- and post-install scripts, and the actual user runtimes (files/executables) that are part of the package. Windows users might think of this as an .msi file commonly used to hold pre-installation data.
ISP Glossary:
Red Hat Package Manager - A workable technical solution would be having a software key that unlocksit, yet expires after x amount of time; if the user still owns thesoftware...myself wrote: That's way more complicated than it needs to be. Just put the registration code in a sealed envelope. By default the software runs in some "demo" or time-limited mode so you can check it out. If satisfied, you open the sealed envelope and key in the full registration code. Otherwise, so long as the envelope hasn't been opened, you can return the product for a refund.Your idea is the best yet for preventing software piracy while stillallowing for software returns! And the fact that software companiesdon't do this currently is hurting them in the long run.Many people think that with soft. piracy, companies have no choice butto have non-return policies, but you've just illustrated that it'spossible for companies to be flexible And still have strong sales.
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