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From: riber@uicsl.UUCP
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Subject: Re: re: software piracy.. - (nf)
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Date: Fri, 20-Apr-84 11:50:00 EST
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Posted: Fri Apr 20 11:50:00 1984
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uicsl!riber    Apr 20 10:50:00 1984

	I do not see anything wrong or illegal in bartering for 
software or any other computer related products. It is hard enough
trying to get your moneys worth in the present market. It is not
illegal to read a book and then pass it on or trade it to a friend
for one of his books. The same goes for any other product.
	You only break the law if you sell or barter copies or
retain a illegal copy for your own use. Granted, it is difficult to
enforce the laws on copyrights, but the laws are fair. It is 
irresponsible to automatically assume that any trade of software
envolves illegal copying or any other illegal act. 
		THIS IS THE U.S.A
	As mentioned in other notes. Innocents until proven otherwise.
However suggestions that you are a lawbreaker with out proof can not
be condoned.Some people could take offense.
					Rick Berry
					pur-ee!uiucdcs!uicsl!riber