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06/04/2004 10:56:25 AM · #1 |
For your interest:
//softgod.biz/index.php?s=9583
I haven't dealt with this site, so cannot vouch for them. Bear in mind - software is shipped from Europe, without the fancy box packaging and documentation. Click the faq link at the top of the page to learn more.
Message edited by author 2004-06-04 11:02:17.
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06/04/2004 11:00:03 AM · #2 |
This is just a fancy storefront for a piracy operation. Read the FAQ:
You get the CD(s) with the software in jewel case and labels. You also get the activation key, serial number or cd key necessary to activate the software. Note, that you will not be able to register the software with the manufacturer and get their support, but we will do our best to support you any way possible.
In other words, "we burn a copy of the CD on our CD writer, print out a label, provide a "warez" code/crack/hack to make it work and pocket $99 in profit"
Message edited by author 2004-06-04 11:03:24. |
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06/04/2004 11:00:17 AM · #3 |
These are likely illegal copies.
On a side note - I think I've yet to find a legitimate .biz domain.. |
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06/04/2004 11:02:42 AM · #4 |
Originally posted by PaulMdx:
These are likely illegal copies.
On a side note - I think I've yet to find a legitimate .biz domain.. |
[spam]//www.achievingthedifference.biz/
My dad's business is legit :P[/spam]
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06/04/2004 11:06:30 AM · #5 |
In my opinion, the software will work but it's not authentic or legitimate. It's probably a counterfeit install cd along with a bogus installation code that's already been used 5,000 times. You'll run into problems if you ever try to register the software or upgrade to Photoshop CS because CS will recognize the previous installation code as fraudulent.
The reason you don't get the manuals is not because it's OEM software. You don't get the manuals because they're cost prohibitive to counterfeit. |
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06/04/2004 11:07:33 AM · #6 |
Originally posted by Konador:
[spam]//www.achievingthedifference.biz/
My dad's business is legit :P[/spam] |
Ok, that's ........ 1. :-) |
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06/04/2004 11:34:58 AM · #7 |
:)
Message edited by author 2004-06-04 14:05:38.
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06/04/2004 11:39:10 AM · #8 |
Ray, I would edit your comment out if I were you.
The reply will not go down too well here.
Paul.
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06/04/2004 11:42:37 AM · #9 |
Originally posted by rj324:
Almost all my softwares are cracked including XP and PS7. Works great for me without spending a dime! :) |
This isn't something I'd be proud of. |
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06/04/2004 11:48:23 AM · #10 |
Originally posted by rj324:
Almost all my softwares are cracked including XP and PS7. Works great for me without spending a dime! :) |
What other kinds of stealing do you do? |
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06/04/2004 12:05:26 PM · #11 |
Originally posted by rj324:
Almost all my softwares are cracked including XP and PS7. Works great for me without spending a dime! :) |
It's people like you who drive up the cost of software. I can't believe you are so proud of this that you have to brag about it as well. Geesh |
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06/04/2004 12:25:42 PM · #12 |
From ://reports.internic.net/cgi/whois?whois_nic=softgod.biz&type=domain
Domain Name: SOFTGOD.BIZ
Domain ID: D7084204-BIZ
Sponsoring Registrar: DIRECT INFORMATION PVT. LTD., (D.B.A. DIRECTI.COM)
Domain Status: clientTransferProhibited
Registrant ID: DI_431654
Registrant Name: Gregor Ya
Registrant Organization: Gregory Mushrooms
Registrant Address1: 7734 lane Hongqiao
Registrant City: Shanghai
Registrant Postal Code: 200336
Registrant Country: China
Registrant Country Code: CN
Registrant Phone Number: +86.285223815
Registrant Email: rapidma@doramail.com
Administrative Contact ID: DI_431654
Administrative Contact Name: Gregor Ya
Administrative Contact Organization: Gregory Mushrooms
Administrative Contact Address1: 7734 lane Hongqiao
Administrative Contact City: Shanghai
Administrative Contact Postal Code: 200336
Administrative Contact Country: China
Administrative Contact Country Code: CN
Administrative Contact Phone Number: +86.285223815
Administrative Contact Email: rapidma@doramail.com
Billing Contact ID: DI_431654
Billing Contact Name: Gregor Ya
Billing Contact Organization: Gregory Mushrooms
Billing Contact Address1: 7734 lane Hongqiao
Billing Contact City: Shanghai
Billing Contact Postal Code: 200336
Billing Contact Country: China
Billing Contact Country Code: CN
Billing Contact Phone Number: +86.285223815
Billing Contact Email: rapidma@doramail.com
Technical Contact ID: DI_431654
Technical Contact Name: Gregor Ya
Technical Contact Organization: Gregory Mushrooms
Technical Contact Address1: 7734 lane Hongqiao
Technical Contact City: Shanghai
Technical Contact Postal Code: 200336
Technical Contact Country: China
Technical Contact Country Code: CN
Technical Contact Phone Number: +86.285223815
Technical Contact Email: rapidma@doramail.com
Name Server: NS1.SOFTGOD.BIZ
Name Server: NS2.SOFTGOD.BIZ
Created by Registrar: DIRECT INFORMATION PVT. LTD., (D.B.A. DIRECTI.COM)
Last Updated by Registrar: DIRECT INFORMATION PVT. LTD., (D.B.A. DIRECTI.COM)
Domain Registration Date: Thu Jun 03 10:13:46 GMT 2004
Domain Expiration Date: Thu Jun 02 23:59:59 GMT 2005
Domain Last Updated Date: Thu Jun 03 10:16:06 GMT 2004
>>>> Whois database was last updated on: Fri Jun 04 16:23:22 GMT 2004 <<<<
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06/04/2004 04:08:36 PM · #13 |
What they probably do is purchase a "Corporate Edition" for each of the software apps they are selling, like Windows XP, VS .NET, etc. which all require activation using the CD Key. And the key they get when they purchase these expensive packages allows 100, 500, or 1000 lincense for example. So what they probably do is distribute the burned copy along with the same CD Key, over and over, up to the allowed limit (if there is a limit), then simply buy another version when the limit has been reached, and keep doing this over and over.
You'd think that Microsoft would get smart about this (if they haven't already), and require that activation using a particular CD Key is only allowed from a particular IP Address range. So the first activation of a Key would record the IP address and then require that all subsequent installations/activations come from the same general IP range. This would only be for "Corporate Editions", not for single user licenses. Although this would present a lot of other problems with people complaining that their "corporation" isn't within just one IP range, or what if their IP changes, etc., etc. Tough problem. :)
Message edited by author 2004-06-04 16:10:27. |
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06/04/2004 04:23:12 PM · #14 |
All, and I mean all, the major software packages are sold at car boot sales here in the uk every Sunday in the thousands and no registration neccessary, they are all " cracked " and sell for £5 or 3 for £10.
It seems to be a very thriving industry, they get raided and just return the week after.
As a legitimate trader (not software I add) I gave up because punters only wanted the pirated goods, software,dvd, music, video, you name it ,they had it. |
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