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How can one distinguish between pirated and legitimate Aspen software when obtaining results?

2009-03-04View Original

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As the title suggests, how can one distinguish between pirated and genuine versions? In other words, if I use a genuine version to get results, can I use certain indicators, such as the printing interface or other markers, to prove that I’m using a genuine product? Otherwise, how can customers tell whether mine is the genuine version? How are Aspen’s intellectual properties protected? This post was last edited by wangmeng515 on 2009-3-4 15:37.]
Reply #22009-03-04
It seems that the original poster does pay quite a lot of attention to protecting intellectual property rights. Whether it’s genuine or pirated versions, as long as the correct results can be obtained, that’s what matters. I can say with certainty that few people in China who use Aspen actually use the genuine version – it’s just too expensive, haha
Reply #32009-03-04
The value of genuine products lies in their strong professional technical support services, which pirated versions do not offer. Therefore, you need to rely on your own skills to ensure the quality of the results
Reply #42009-03-04
I don’t think it can be told from the output results; in fact, quite a number of organizations still use the genuine version
Reply #52009-03-04
Since it’s all authorization, I think they should all be the same. The only difference should be the parts that are not clear; one cannot ask customer service about them. I can only solve it on my own.
Reply #62009-03-04
There is no difference at all. Since ASPEN is very expensive, some organizations that have adopted this software currently only purchase one copy (the stand-alone version), while others use unofficial versions. This prevents the impact of patent rights while expanding the scope of application.
Reply #72009-03-04
Hehe, I recently got a version that is said to be the official one; I’m not sure if it really is. But it allows registration and connection to the internet, and no username or file name needs to be entered when running it. Please give it a check
Reply #82009-03-05
The genuine Aspen version is expensive, and it’s not possible to acquire all the licenses. Therefore, pirated use is much more free. As long as it is not a legitimate design firm providing technical services, there should be no noticeable difference.

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