[DanJacksonSoftware]

Hmm, I didn't see anything in the FAQ about not being allowed to post links to software, maybe they should add something like that in there. Either that or make a Rules page - I had a look around but I couldn't see one, maybe I'm just blind or something.

In case anyone hadn't guessed, I'm Dan Jackson of Dan Jackson Software, and you can get the new version of Convert LIT on our web page, which shouldn't be too hard to find on Google.

[DanJacksonSoftware]

Hmm, I didn't see anything in the FAQ about not being allowed to post links to software, maybe they should add something like that in there. Either that or make a Rules page - I had a look around but I couldn't see one, maybe I'm just blind or something.

In case anyone hadn't guessed, I'm Dan Jackson of Dan Jackson Software, and you can get the new version of Convert LIT on our web page, which shouldn't be too hard to find on Google.

[dh]

I can understand the site not allowing a direct link to Convert Lit, I think they have been very sensible in allowing discussion of it in the forums, without letting the threads get into the potentially naughty areas.

Anyway, thanks for the new version Dan. I tried it out on a .lit book I bought yesterday and was able to get it into Mobipocket format with no problem at all.

I guess everyone can look forward to having to reactivate MS Reader again in a short while.

[Talyn]

At this rate, we'll wind up maxing-out our 8 activations inside a year...

[ChristopherTD]

Originally Posted by Talyn

At this rate, we'll wind up maxing-out our 8 activations inside a year...

Activations of previously activated devices don't count, so unless you plan on buying 8 new PPCs you should be alright!

I have had hardware problems with my ipaq 5450 that has led me to activate 2 different 5450s and a 5550 as well as a desktop in the last 2 weeks. So far it has all gone without a hitch.

[davidspalding]

Originally Posted by PetiteFlower

I would not have thought that posting the links for that software wouldn't be allowed. I guess I should have, but I thought it was somehow different.

2600 magazine was sued for posting the DeCSS utility on their site. If I recall correctly, they were still enjoined under the DMCA for simply linking to another site which offered the utility. It was a strong point of contention with the DMCA that it could be used to harrass groups and individuals simply for hyperlinking to outlawed software.

http://search.wired.com/wnews/defaul...2600%20lawsuit
http://www.eff.org/IP/Video/MPAA_DVD...f_2600_pr.html
http://www.eff.org/IP/Video/MPAA_DVD...ny_eff_pr.html

April, 2000 press release from EFF.org
"The District Court held that 2600's publication of DeCSS was illegal even though it was part of a news story, even though the program itself was protected expression, even though no copyright infringement had occurred and even though it acknowledged that the program has legitimate, even constitutionally protected uses," said Cindy Cohn, Legal Director of the EFF, "Dean Sullivan understands how restrictions that may appear to restrict only technology can in reality restrict speech."
http://www.eff.org/IP/Video/MPAA_DVD...llivan_pr.html

Originally Posted by DanJacksonSoftware

Hmm, I didn't see anything in the FAQ about not being allowed to post links to software, maybe they should add something like that in there. Either that or make a Rules page - I had a look around but I couldn't see one, maybe I'm just blind or something.

In case anyone hadn't guessed, I'm Dan Jackson of Dan Jackson Software, and you can get the new version of Convert LIT on our web page, which shouldn't be too hard to find on Google.

What I'm referring to, as indicated in the info above, is that just linking from PPCthoughts.com to your site outside the US, could open this bbs to legal threats. 2600 magazine got in really hot water, just for linking to DeCSS offshore. It was imHo a really shameful corruption of American legal standards. And this is why, here in the States, we have to protect our discussion forums by not publishing direct links to your fine site. ;)

[JimDantin]

Thanks, Dan, for the updated version. This is going to be interesting to watch -- I wonder how long it will take for Microsoft to post the next version of Reader?

[Jason Dunn]

The potential liability is just too much guys - please keep links about ConvertLIT out of these forums. As others have said, it's easy enough to find it with Google...thanks.