Comment by matsemann
5 hours ago
Oh well, as a teenager, blocking adobe servers in hosts file was how you got to "phone activation" and could generate a code. So I guess we're even, heh.
5 hours ago
Oh well, as a teenager, blocking adobe servers in hosts file was how you got to "phone activation" and could generate a code. So I guess we're even, heh.
The title of this article recalled that exact memory for me too. Not only Adobe but cracks for a few other expensive softwares needed the same.
...and then Adobe (unintentionally) gave away free downloads of CS2, with valid serial numbers, once they shut down the activation servers. You can still find them on the Internet Archive.
That CS2 torrent was a GOAT.
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Those particular neurons of mine haven't seen action in quite some time, thank you.
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