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From: a.guillaume@trl.oz.au (andrew guillaume)
Newsgroups: comp.sys.apple2
Subject: Re: Copy Protection
Keywords: Help, I'm stuck !
Message-ID: <1991Mar12.215142.12994@trl.oz.au>
Date: 12 Mar 91 21:51:42 GMT
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In article <7900@crash.cts.com>, aford@pro-mansion.cts.com (Adam Ford) writes:
> In-Reply-To: message from ericmcg@pnet91.cts.com
> 
> Under most state LAWS people are entitled to 1 backup for THEMSELVES.  Get
> Copy II Plus 9.1.  It copies and sometimes DESTROYS the copy protection, so
> the disk scans the copy protection, and either finds it, or it doesn't scan
> at all.

As time goes by, with the dwindling support for the Apple II, let alone
for the //c, I believe it is essential to have a copy program for backups.
I use my //c for educational purposes (I have two kids keen to learn) and
have bought programs like StickyBear ABC, The Playroom, etc.
Most software manufacturers offer a backup disk PROVIDED that they still
support the Apple II. When that support disappears, there's no help
available. If something happens to the originals, I'd be stuffed.

Way back in 1988, I bought version 8.3 of Copy II +. I used it on my //c.
I have tried backing up my educational programs, with little success, and
was hoping an updated parameter file, or an update of Copy II+ would help me.
I called Central Point Software (I live in Australia) to find out whether
I could upgrade to a newer version. I was told that because of recent US
legislation, Copy II+ could only be shipped to US addresses.

Here's my plea for help : could someone in the US be kind to provide an
address for me in the US? I'd pay for shipping (like sending International
Mail Reply Coupons).

I have heard of problems with versions older than 8.3, so would welcome any
further comments on the program.

To whoever answers my plea for help, I'll offer bed and breakfast for one
or two nights if you happen to come to Melbourne (Australia) !

Email me at : a.guillaume@trl.oz.au. Thanks in advance.

Andrew Guillaume

Internet : a.guillaume@trl.oz.au