Updates in the upcoming Windows software may target users who pirate software.
A recent update from Windows has suggested a new hurdle for all of you piracy fiends out there(I guess that includes me too). Microsoft has claimed that its updated version of the Windows 10 end user license agreement will be allow windows to search your computer for counterfeit software or any unauthorized programs in your operating system. A recent release from Alphr explains the ability for Microsoft to immobilize any form of pirated software on a Windows device.
The permission is explained as:Â “We may automatically check your version of the software and download software updates or configuration changes, including those that prevent you from accessing the Services, playing counterfeit games, or using unauthorized hardware peripheral devices.” Basically this means that any illegal content a user contains on their phone, tablet, or computer can be disabled by Windows. Along with that, “unauthorized hardware peripheral devices” possibly refers to a modded controller that would give the user an unfair advantage in gaming.
Steam contains DRM as a safety net against piracy, but it is still a constant problem. Torrents continue to pop up that offer free illegal software for PC gamers. Some recent updates have alluded to the idea that the EULA actually may only target Xbox Live and Windows Store content, but no official update has been released by Microsoft on the policy. Regardless, pirates beware, it may be rough tides ahead in the sea of pirated software.
