This may be a bit more expensive in the long run but its just an idea.
Maybe the software manufacturers should encase their Software in a tamper-proof case inclosed in the box itself. Also enclosed would be the EULA. They would have to place a sticker on the case telling the user not to open the case if they do not accept the EULA otherwise no refund will be granted unless it contains defective software, etc. also noted should be an address to request a new copy of the EULA by Snailmail and a URL to view it if possible. im sure there are other things that should be added as well such as a peel off sticker that covers a Cd-Key if required(only needed if the case is transparent). It would cost them a bit more to do this extra work, but im sure it would cost them more in the long run to put up with the lawsuits such as this one.
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This may be a bit more expensive in the long run but its just an idea. Maybe the software manufacturers should encase their Software in a tamper-proof case inclosed in the box itself. Also enclosed would be the EULA. They would have to place a sticker on the case telling the user not to open the case if they do not accept the EULA otherwise no refund will be granted unless it contains defective software, etc. also noted should be an address to request a new copy of the EULA by Snailmail and a URL to view it if possible. im sure there are other things that should be added as well such as a peel off sticker that covers a Cd-Key if required(only needed if the case is transparent). It would cost them a bit more to do this extra work, but im sure it would cost them more in the long run to put up with the lawsuits such as this one.