Lorraine, that's what I was about to say. I think the idea here is to give those using illegal copies the opportunity to buy a legal copy, resulting in fewer illegal users. In this case, the end justifies the means. Maybe they've been using illegal copies because they couldn't afford to buy the full product. Maybe I'm just eternally optimistic, but I can't believe that ALL people using a bad copy are just trying to rip everyone off. That's stereotyping. I think everyone has their own reasons. I personally would rather have registered copies of my programs just to get the discounts on upgrades, technical support, etc., which is why I always buy my software from either the manufacturer or a reputable software store. And besides, not all the people who benefit from this offer are warez users. Let's remember, this is also for those who got the magazine cover CD copies where the upgrade offer was only good in the UK. Now, the folks in other countries can get a break on the newer version, too. We can't just concentrate on the illegal users solely. They aren't the only ones getting a bargain here. Curious Labs would have done themselves a favor by allowing the folks in the US and other countries who got the magazine CD cover copy the upgrade benefit, too. Those were sales lost because they only allowed the UK to participate. maybe if they had extended the offer to the US and other places, there might not be so many people using it illegal copies and it would have been more money for CL. It wasn't a smart marketing plan, if you ask me. Dan, thank you for an intelligent and mature message. I appreciate your thoughts and agree with everything you said. You and everyone at DAZ are terrific! Keep up the great work. Melanie