![]() Inevitably though, so-called “cracked” software leaked out, meaning that pretty much everyone could gain access to zero cost software, often on the day of release – 0day as it’s known.Ĭreated way back in 1999, one such group was LineZer0. Applications for just about any purpose were uploaded to the Internet thick and fast and as a result manufacturers had to think even more about their copy protection mechanisms.īut while software houses were applying anti-piracy measures to their products, plenty of groups were at work stripping them out and sharing DRM-free versions with close friends and associates online. ![]() Free software became available to anyone willing to persevere, not just those with access to a private BBS. ![]() Of course, when the Internet took off things changed massively. Distribution routes were poor but for those with a like-minded friend – or a friend of friend – pirate copies were never too far away. Before the advent of the Internet, regular computer enthusiasts looking for software had few options other than to buy boxed software from specialist computer stores or paw through magazines looking for mail order outlets.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |