maybe some software has special security regarding registration. but NOT all software require you to install the orig CD. you CAN use the legal KEY even if you're using a pirated copy why? because you are paying for the license and not the software. as long as you have the orig CD and Key its ok.Â* I have pirated software that i later decided to buy orig version and it works fine and can connect to authentication servers as long as you use the Orig CD key. you should realize that what we're paying for is the license to use the software. that's why companies could easily send you replacement CD if you lost it or damaged it but if you ask for replacement CD key.. good luck.
sample:
i installed pirated BattleField 2 game.. was able to run it ok but could not connect to the internet servers.
i had to buy orig copy and all i have to do is change CD key.Â* if you got problems with software that requires you to use CD, then cracks are usually not supported.. a workaround is to download what they usually call "mini image" of the CD.. there are a lot of them on the net. In fact I havent used my orig BF2 disc yet. im using a mini image to fool the software that i have the orig discs in the drive.Â* it is still legal. why? i own the orig copy.
and BTW.. i dont think cracking=pirating as long as you have own the orig copy. in fact some companies offer a cracked version after a few months the game has been released.