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I don’t think that’s a common expectation either. Even when software doesn’t change ownership, terms of ongoing use will change periodically. You can avoid this
by 1123581321 3y ago
I don’t think that’s a common expectation either. Even when software doesn’t change ownership, terms of ongoing use will change periodically. You can avoid this with some kinds of software by keeping an old version downloaded. With other kinds, like one that requires a login to validate a perpetual license, it’s not possible. I understand being dismayed by it.
- cuu508 3y agoWhy is it not possible?
- 1123581321 3y agoBecause logging in is baked into use of the software. You can't just store a fully functional offline version of Java Minecraft, at least not without mocking all the server responses it needs (not a meaningful option for most people) or the cracked version that pulls out account features (piracy, an option for slightly more people.)
- cuu508 3y agoAah, OK, I thought by "you" you meant Microsoft.
- 1123581321 3y agoBased on the downvotes you weren't alone. :)