The results of these developments are starting to be felt by software makers, and they have been substantial. Those working in the field are anticipating that the benefits of IPR protection will be widespread. We want society to benefit as well. We don't want to deny people access to software, but we want them to appreciate the amount of money and effort put into a computer programme, as well as the fact that programmers need to support households. Those present agreed that the main cause of piracy is the assumption by perpetrators that what they are doing is not illegal.
Software looks small and thin, like CDs for example.
IT isn't as big as TV sets or other expensive electronic equipment.