In Eastern Europe and Asia it's practically commonplace and there are whole markets dedicated only to the sale of pirated software. This, however, is bound to change since new piracy laws enacted through Eastern European countries mandate heavy fines and prison terms for offenders. These measures will reduce the high piracy ratios, but are unlikely to eliminate the phenomenon. In some cases, pirated software is sold on an individual basis. It was not unusual for customers and pirates to know each other by name.
Internet provides a fast and inexpensive way to make contacts.
IRC channels, newsgroups and mailing lists allow pirates to contact their potential customers regardless of distances, and deals are struck online with a minimum of verification. Since parties often live in different countries, payment are usually made using money orders and delivery is through mail channels. And we will send you a Full List with just about any Software package that's going. Cracks and serial numbers are supplied in case your original licensing details have been mislaid. Click to enlarge.