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		'Abandonware' as a whole had its ups and downs over these years.
		- abandonware kept me glued to the monitor for a substantial part of my life back then.
		When Creo told me he wouldn't have the time to continue TUOL I knew the show was over.
	www.tuol.org (1252 words)

	The Abandonware Dilemma
		Abandonware is a term used to refer to software that's supposedly been "abandoned" by the manufacturer and is no longer being sold or produced on the market.
		From a certain point of view, in fact, abandonware is helpful to companies, as it puts some of their greatest games in the hands of people who've never played them before.
		Abandonware might be a fairly low-profile issue but its inevitably going to become higher-profile as the number of great games in the market that people want to play years or even a decade after their release continue to grow.
	www.theinquirer.net /?article=9753 (965 words)

	Abandonia - Home of abandonware DOS games
		XTC Abandonware definitely offers one of the cleanest and coolest interfaces in the abandonware world, and considering the content they offer, that's exactly how it should look.
		Abandoneer is a neatly and efficiently organized site that is constantly updated with news from the abandonware scene, as well as news about their own updates.
		If you've ever wondered what the pink side of abandonware was, then Bunny Abandonware is the place to visit.
	www.abandonia.com /main.php?nav=abwarelinks (701 words)

	Abandonware
		The term abandonware refers to games (or other software titles) that are no longer sold by their publishers.
		XTC Abandonware is back, has been back for a couple of days actually, but it needs JavaScript to work now.
		Flashbacks for Free: The Skinny on Abandonware by Marc Saltzman
	members.chello.at /theodor.lauppert/games/abandon.htm (1908 words)

	The Official Abandonware Ring
		When a certain piece of Abandonware is later found to be sold or supported by a company, then it ceases to be Abandonware.
		Gamespot "Flashbacks for free: The skinny on Abandonware"
		The Abandonware Ring is a group of WWW sites that are devoted to distributing and supporting Abandonware.
	www.abandonwarering.com /?Page=FAQ (896 words)

	The Abandonware Debate - Associated Content
		As the name might imply, abandonware is software, typically gaming, that was once sold and supported, but has since been "abandoned" by its creator.
		Most game companies have simply let their oldest programs become abandonware fodder, neither condoning their distribution nor taking any action to stop the practice, such as producing more copies of contested titles.
		The arguments against abandonware are grounded in current copyright law: The game companies have not given away rights to the software, and they have not yet become public domain.
	www.associatedcontent.com /article/9402/the_abandonware_debate.html (641 words)

	AbandonWare.Net : The Ultimate gaming Resource
		Huge selection, nice layout, a index to abandonware games on various sites.
		XTC Abandonware, online since 1997, is a site where you can find the old games.
		Ok selection, each game is rated and tells what size they are.
	www.abandonware.net (191 words)

	GameSpot:Video Games PC Xbox 360 PS3 Wii PSP DS PS2 PlayStation 2 GameCube GBA PlayStation 3
		Welcome to the controversial topic known as "abandonware." Coined roughly five years ago, the term simply refers to computer software--like an operating system, application, or game--that is no longer marketed, distributed, or supported by the company that published it.
		Abandonware advocates argue that once the software has been discontinued and cannot be easily purchased through retail channels or online stores, it should become public domain.
		The abandonware providers claim that companies are not losing any revenue since the software is no longer accessible, so it should be freely distributed for those who want to enjoy it.
	www.gamespot.com /gamespot/features/pc/abandonware (481 words)

	G4 - Feature - Abandonware Free For All
		I've heard of freeware, shareware, postcardware, and liteware, but the term abandonware is new to me. After a little research on the topic of abandonware I discovered that just because software isn't being sold anymore doesn't mean you can't get a hold of it.
		According to most abandonware sites a piece of software can be characterized as abandonware if it meets one of two criteria: Either the company that developed the software has gone out of business and didn't transfer the copyrights to a different organization or individual or the copyright holder has allowed the copyright to expire.
		Abandonware can be considered a huge gray area, so be aware of the issues.
	www.g4tv.com /techtvvault/features/18908/Abandonware_Free_For_All.html (525 words)

	abandonware - a Whatis.com definition
		Abandonware is computer software (such as an operating system, word processor, interactive game, or audio file) that is no longer marketed or distributed by the company that created it, but is obtainable from some other source.
		To use abandonware that you download, you often need a license string that the software recognizes as entitling the user to install it.
		Abandonware is often provided as freeware or as priced shareware.
	searchsmb.techtarget.com /gDefinition/0,,sid44_gci214339,00.html (225 words)

	Abandonware Pirates - CNET.com
		Distributors of abandonware define it as software that is at least five years old and is no longer being sold or supported by its publisher.
		Despite their efforts, however, abandonware piracy continues to thrive as more and more people take advantage of the abundance of free software.
		But, abandonware pirates argue, if publishers are no longer promoting a product, profiting from its sale, or even supporting it, then there's no harm in distributing abandonware.
	www.cnet.com /4520-6022_1-105250.html (222 words)

	Abandonware
		Abandonware is software that has been abandoned to the public by its creators and/or original copyright owners and is no longer sold or supported.
		Most of this time it is because the platforms the games were developed for are no longer commonly used or even available, the companies themselves may be out of business and the games themselves fell out of favor with a public brainwashed by marketing into pursuing the newest fads and using the latest technology.
		Some games require keywords from the original manuals to run so if you threw them or gave them away years ago when the game console finally died instead of storing them in a box in the garage or attic or closet like you should have you're out of luck.
	iamjoeswebsite.org /Abandonware.html (1412 words)

	Wired News: Abandonware: Dead Games Live On
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		The game industry looks down on the abandonware community, but Michelle McClellan wasn't out to rip off developers when she started out.
		She was searching for a copy of Slicks and Slides, a racing game she used to play with her cousins.
	www.wired.com /news/games/0,2101,49723,00.html (754 words)

	Abandonware In A Nutshell: Why Nobody Wins - Introduction
		Abandonware websites, named for most consumers' perception that software companies have "abandoned" their oldest software titles, offer free downloads of classic gaming software.
		But it is the websites that are attracting the most attention, since they are the most visible and make it very easy to find an old game simply by plugging the name of it into any search engine.
		Or, casually browse one of the hundreds of Abandonware websites on the 'net, and you'll eventually find what you're looking for (amongst thousands of other titles, some as old as the PC industry itself).
	www.mobygames.com /featured_article/feature,7 (745 words)

	The Fun! Factory: Games - Abandonware
		The ethics of abandonware is a hotly debated issue - some claim that once the publishers will no longer sell a piece of software, and there is no other way of getting hold of it, it is perfectly acceptable to make it available.
		On the other hand, the chances are that abandonware is software piracy, and thus illegal in virtually every country throughout the world.
		As one of the founders of the Abandonware Ring in 1997 (and the first one to be shut down by the IDSA), I thought I'd offer some corrections and advice:
	dspace.dial.pipex.com /town/plaza/aj93/waggy/hp/games/abandonware.htm (2276 words)

	US Copyright Office grants abandonware rights - Joystiq
		Here's something abandonware enthusiasts can be thankful for: the Library of Congress yesterday approved six exemptions to US copyright.
		The one most pertinent to gamers is that, for archival purposes, copy protection on software no longer being sold or supported by its copyright holder can be cracked.
		Although it is still unlawful to distribute the old games, free or otherwise, rarely do any abandonware cases go to court.
	www.joystiq.com /2006/11/23/us-copyright-office-grants-abandonware-rights (2413 words)

	The Game Link - Abandonware
		For those of you who are wondering what abandonware is here is a short description: Abandonware is software/games that are at least 3-5 years old, no longer sold in stores ANYWHERE, and which the creator/company has agreed to be freely available for download.
		The creator still owns the copyright though, so you can't do anything with it except use it for what it's supposed to be used for.
		It's not exactly the most comprehensive list of abandonware games I've seen, but the site is pretty easy to navigate and it does contain some good games.
	home.c2i.net /cdyndale/gl/abandonware.htm (368 words)

	The Abandonware Blog Nostalgic gaming to the extreme!
		When checking the latest update on Abandoned Places it seems like Voh handed over his abandonware ring to the only remaining crewmember Bunny.
		I was in the crew for some time but just lost track of the whole abandonware thing when I was so busy, I contacted her though saying I’d be happing helping out again :).
		I’m probably really late since most self-respecting abandonware website already mentioned this, but it seems like ID is selling some kind of Super Pack on Steam!
	www.abandonwareblog.com (1116 words)

	abandonware Definition
		Software that is no longer sold commercially or supported.
		Games often fall into the abandonware category, as do many Web sites that provide links and downloads.
		Just search on "abandonware" using your favorite search engine.
	www.pcmag.com /encyclopedia_term/0,2542,t=abandonware&i=37317,00.asp (630 words)

	Brass Lantern Warez Abandonware and the Software Industry
		The abandonware users skirt along the border of legality, sometimes obtaining permission for their actions, oftentimes not; in the meantime, they try to distance themselves from the warez crowd as much as possible.
		The creators of software have control over their creations by means of copyright and trademarks; users of warez and abandonware sidestep that control for their own ends.
		Warez users, software companies, abandonware users: all have their own take on the subject.
	brasslantern.org /community/companies/warez.html (380 words)

	Abandonware
		Also known as Abandon Warez, abandonware is a type of software developed several years ago that is no longer being produced, sold, or supported and is considered to be abandoned.
		However, although many of these programs appear to be abandoned or the companies that developed them are out of business, downloading and installing abandonware is illegal.
		To view Computer Hope's current stance on abandonware, please see our underground section.
	www.computerhope.com /jargon/a/abandonw.htm (105 words)

	ABANDONWAREZ.ORG - Abandonware Archive A to Z (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Abandonware: 1986 - This site contains miscellaneous games from the early eighties, when the computer gaming industry really took off.
		Flashback Abandonware - One of the oldest retro gaming sites around, Flashback Abandonware is filled with downloads and game reviews.
		Legal Abandonware - Formerly commercial games since released as freeware for download.
	abandonwarez.org /sites.html (338 words)

	Sim Abandonware and then some... (Site not responding. Last check: )
		This site has both mac and pc abandonware, as well as links to other abandonware and misc.
		Sim Abandonware - the site I got all my PC Sim games from just before it was shut down.
		This is a link to the shut down site, which links to his new site, Darkfish Abandonware.
	www.geocities.com /markjenkins666/abware.html (1249 words)

	abandonware - SWiK (Site not responding. Last check: )
		abandonware is software that has been published by a publisher that has since gone out of business, and the license for the game has become defunct.
		Moving this page will change its URL and things tagged 'abandonware' will not appear on the new page.
		The contents of abandonware page and all pages directly attached to abandonware will be erased.
	swik.net /abandonware (460 words)

	Abandonware Software Computers
		Collector's Corner: Computer Hardware and SoftwareAuctionbytes - Feb 4, 2007Check out the "Abandonware" site (below) where Dan Rose has a detailed explanation of the distinction.
		DS Homebrew ReviewPocket Gamer, UK - Jan 24, 2007If you've read our introduction to DS homebrew then you'll know that there's a wealth of free software out there that you may not be aware of.
		- An article looking at the issues involved in abandonware from both sides.
	www.iaswww.com /ODP/Computers/Software/Abandonware (113 words)

	Abandonware: Software at Canadian Content
		Abandonware is defined as any software that is:
		At least three years old (some say five or seven years)
		An article looking at the issues involved in abandonware from both sides.
	www.canadiancontent.net /dir/Top/Computers/Software/Abandonware (141 words)

	Stories Tagged 'abandonware' » Netscape.com
		Well, those retro games -- classic or otherwise -- that you can't seem to find anywhere can now be preserved without fear of ramifications.
		Gadgets and Tech – In conclusion there still a chance for the OS/2 abandonware to keep being useful for the community, there is now an alternative for don't letting the software die in a drawer.
		Rise from mailroom clerk to CEO in old school business game
	www.netscape.com /tag/abandonware (115 words)

	Abandonware Sites (Site not responding. Last check: )
		A good site with easy navigation, some abandonware and some rom games downloads, screenshots and reviews with details.
		A real good abandonware sites with some games and utilities, easy navigation, screenshots, and games details.
		A site with Sierra abandonware games.Simple navigation, downloads, ratings, screenshots and information about sierra games.Also Apple II and Amiga games.
	www24.brinkster.com /thewebkeeper/AbandonSites.html (177 words)

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