Piracy affects everyone.
Software publishers have less money to invest in the development of new products.
The channel loses revenue as they are unable to compete with dishonest resellers. The purpose of the programme is to ensure that Novell and its partners receive the appropriate revenues for the use of all Novell products, and to assist end-users who have unknowingly become victims. The programme is well established worldwide. The Anti-Piracy Group investigates complaints of software piracy as well as trademark and trade name infringement. The Group brings both civil and criminal actions against offenders, working closely with law enforcement agencies and customs officials around the world.