copy protection

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Definitions of copy protection words

noun copy protection a routine that is included in a program by its publisher to prevent the software from being duplicated except for a single backup copy. 1
noun Definition of copy protection in Technology (security) Any technique designed to prevent unauthorised copying of software. Such techniques will only hinder the most incompetant attempts at software theft but often prevent legitimate customers from using products they have paid for in the way they want. Considered silly. 1
noun copy protection A software or hardware mechanism designed to prevent copying. 0

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 99% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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