Software cracking is the modification of software to remove or disable features which are considered undesirable by the person cracking the software, usually related to protection methods: (copy protection, protection against the manipulation of software), trial/demo version, serial number, hardware key, date checks, CD check or software annoyances like nag screens and adware.
The distribution and use of cracked copies is illegal in most countries.[citation needed] There have been lawsuits over cracking software.[1]
The distribution and use of cracked copies is illegal in most countries.[citation needed] There have been lawsuits over cracking software.[1]