Glossary Entry: Software Piracy
Quick Definition
The short definition of software piracy is the unauthorized and illegal use of a program. In particular, this refers to using software that has been obtained through illegal means.
Note that piracy is different than theft. Theft involves taking something that doesn't belong to you (taking the original away from its rightful owner) while piracy refers to using a copy of something that you have no right to use.
Note that piracy is different than theft. Theft involves taking something that doesn't belong to you (taking the original away from its rightful owner) while piracy refers to using a copy of something that you have no right to use.
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