What Does Bootleg Software Mean?
Bootleg software is software applications that are illegally distributed or sold. Some also consider music, audio and video also as part of bootleg software. It is synonymous with piracy, and there are many laws which prohibit and restrict the sale of bootleg software. Bootleg software is a major issue in the digital world.
Techopedia Explains Bootleg Software
Bootleg software is sold or distributed without the required permission from the trademark or copyright holder/owner. Software is also considered bootleg software when it is legally installed on one computer, but copies of the software are installed on other computers, when the license prohibits installation on more than one computer.
