Software Anti Piracy and Consumer Protection Center @ Cheap Software
Don't become a victim and a criminal accomplice - Software Piracy is Illegal and Wrong!
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Over the years, CheapSoftware.Com has tried to
educate software purchasers about software piracy. You must understand that
Software Piracy is a problem that can effect the safety of your computer and
also subject you to criminal prosecution.
That's why most of the software offered on our site is supplied and shipped by Amazon.Com - The Most Trusted Name in Online Shopping. They Guarantee that every software title purchased is 100% Legal and Authentic. The other software offered is sponsored by the software publishers directly... such as the Microsoft Store, Adobe Store, Symantec store etc. CheapSoftware.Com has a NO SPAM policy as well. We Do not Sell Software on EBAY or any other website. Repeatedly, we have stated that if you buy illegal or counterfeit software from online auction houses or bogus software sites, you are putting you and your business in harms way. Illegal software often comes at a cheap price because the "pirates" are embedding that software with code to seize your computer and personal information. KNOW THE LAW - KNOW THE RISKS Please - do not do this to yourself, your family or your company. Don't be pennywise - dollar foolish.We have borrowed these software buying tips from the Business Software Alliance to help you buy legitimate software. We recommend you visit their site, learn about the problem and report any company you suspect of selling illegal software. They will investigate it fully and if they determine that criminal activities are occurring will engage the proper law enforcement agencies. You might even get a reward! The Business Software Alliance (BSA) offer tips to online shoppers contemplating software purchases and guidance on how to improve their cyber security: Original BSA doc can be obtained at this link 1. Trust Your Instincts. Check the online seller’s price against the estimated retail value of the software. Whether it is being sold as new or used, if a price for software seems too good to be true, it probably is. 2. Make Sure It’s Authentic and Read the Label. Be suspicious of software products that do not include proof of authenticity, such as original disks, manuals, licensing, warranties, etc. Beware of products that do not look genuine, such as those with hand-written labels. 3. Install Anti-Virus Software. Does your computer(s) have anti-virus software installed? Most anti-virus software includes an automatic update feature. Make sure it is activated. 4. Beware of Back-Ups and Steer Clear of Compilations. Take special care to avoid sellers offering "back-up" copies. This is a clear indication that the software is illegal. Be wary of compilations of software titles from different publishers on a single disk or CD. 5. Be Cyber Secure. Report cyber attacks to local law enforcement agencies and the IT provider. 6. Do Your Homework. Check the feedback section on the auction site to find comments about the seller based on previous transactions. Look for a trust mark from a reputable organization, like BBBOnLine, that signifies the merchant has agreed to a code of business practices. Also, knowing the retailer’s address, phone number or URL permits you to check for a Reliability Report with the BBB (go to www.bbb.org, look for the "Check It Out" box and click on "Business" ). 7. Check for Security Updates. Security updates should be checked every 30 days for programs installed on computers and operating systems. Allow for automatic updating and/or subscribe to a notification service provided by the vendor. 8. Install a Firewall. A firewall will protect your computer(s) from unauthorized access to and use by hackers. 9. Be Careful When Crossing the Border. Be especially cautious when dealing with software sellers in other countries. The physical distance, differences in legal systems, and other factors could complicate matters if the transaction goes awry. 10. Report Piracy. Buyers suspecting software piracy, counterfeit software and/or fraud on auction sites should contact law enforcement agencies and BSA at 1-888-NOPIRACY or www.bsa.org/usa. |
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