Method for securing software to decrease software piracy
US6785825B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 31, 2002 |
| Grant date | Aug 31, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 31, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06Q30/0241
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method for reducing unauthorized software use includes supplying a first code with the software. The first code enables the software on a computer for use by a user for an initial authorization period upon entry by the user. The user is required to contact the representative for retrieval of an additional code. The software is operable during a subsequent authorization period beyond the initial authorization period without further communication with the representative following entry of the additional code. The user provides registration information to the representative prior to retrieval of the additional code. The registration information is compared with previously provided registration information to determine if the user is authorized or unauthorized. The software is disabled following the initial authorization period if the user is unauthorized. The additional code is transferred to at least one of the software, the user, and the computer if the user is authorized.
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