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Code of Ethics

We recognize that computer software is protected by various intellectual property laws and

treaties.  Unauthorized copying, distribution and use of computer software is illegal, unethical,

and against the principles of our company.

We denounce such activities and agree to the following rules of business conduct:

• We will not engage in or tolerate the unauthorized copying, distribution, or use of

computer software under any circumstances, including without limitation:

o Copying, distribution, or use of counterfeit, infringing and/or unauthorized

software and related components.  This includes but is not limited to:  CD-ROMs,

Certificates of Authenticity (COAs), End User License Agreements (EULAs),

manuals and/or other component distributed with software programs

o Coping, distribution, or use of OEM software with PCs other than those for which

they are intended.  If software is intended for distribution on PCs other than those

manufactured or distributed by this Company, then this Company will not copy

the software on or distribute it with its own PCs.  Company will not copy,

distribute, or use OEM or other software programs in any manner not authorized

by the software publisher.

o Copying, distribution, or use of OEM, academic, beta, fulfillment, evaluation, Not

for Resale (NFR), or other versions of software programs in a manner that is

inconsistent with the applicable distribution and licensing terms authorized by the

software publisher.

o Copying, distribution, or use of CD-ROMs, EULAs, COAs, manuals, or other

software components in a manner that is inconsistent with the applicable

distribution and licensing terms authorized by the software publisher.

• We will instruct all customers, employees, and users of computer software about the

proper distribution and use of the programs based on the accompanying software

licenses.

• We will implement company policies, control mechanisms, and penalties that will

prevent the possibility of illegal or unauthorized copying, distribution, and use of

computer software.

• We agree to bear full legal responsibility and consequences for any illegal or

unauthorized copying, distribution, or use of computer software by our company and

our employees acting within the scope of their employment.  This includes payment

of damages and other remedies available to the copyright holder, as well as civil and

criminal penalties.