OK, I think the answer here is that there are legitimate uses for a reverse-engineering service, and there are illegal uses for such a service. Can we move on now? Martin. ______________________________ Reply Separator _________________________________ Subject: Re: decoding service Author: pic microcontroller discussion list at Internet Date: 5/28/98 11:11 PM Chris Eddy wrote (regarding decoding service) >Hey Paul or Starfire: > >If I write a book, and you copy every word and print a thousand copies, you >are a thief. >But you probably are well aware that you are a criminal, and just don't >care. >You can kiss my shiny ass! > >PS, if you simply hand the gun to the bank robber, you are an acomplace. > >Chris Eddy (Earning my pay) >Pioneer Microsystems, Inc. What if a competitor puts out a product and you think he's using your code in his code protected PIC. Would you have a legitimate need for Paul or Starfire's service? What if you have a $50,000.00 piece of equipment whose manufacturer has gone out of business and you need to replace or upgrade the code protected PIC that runs the whole thing? Do you just write off your investment or look for a code breaking service?