Norm LeMieux wrote:
>
>      Steve: This is a good idea of placing a global copy-protect disable in
>      the software; much easier than changing the silicon.
>
>      However, I should point out that CUSTOMERs are often the people that
>      you want to protect the device from. Ie, you are a small developer
>      working for Honcho Technology and send hem your working prototype.
>      They read out your code and sever the contract. It could happen.
>
>      In this case, it is usually better to include the price of a couple
>      OTPs in the contract...
>
>      Norm LeMieux
>      MCHIP FAE/NW
>

Only problem is, Honcho Technology probably resides in someones garage
and,
after paying the usual extravagant lawyer's fees, cannot afford the
'blow-and-go' sessions. (especially on the JW part)

--
Friendly Regards

Tjaart van der Walt
mailto:tjaart@wasp.co.za
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