Aren't we already somewhat dependent upon web authorizations with stand alone versions? Same as with the OS, if the software sniffs any significant alterations on my computer it phones home for approval and will shut down if it doesn't get it. The cloud is just a tighter net and in some ways more forgiving, but we've been dependent on Adobe being a partner in business for a long time already and we use their software with their permission even when we buy it off the shelf. I'm not saying I like it however, but it's not new that we don't stand alone. -----Original Message----- From: Roger Breton Sent: Saturday, May 11, 2013 12:00 PM To: ''colorsync-users?lists.apple.com' List' Subject: RE: The Creative Gouge Personally, it's only a matter of time before I sign up for Creative Cloud. I'm waiting for the next release to do so. It's not like I don't need Adobe software professionally... Best / Roger -- I'm willing to bet that those who have signed up for Adobe's product have NOT read the T&C's. Mac Performance Guide have and you are being asked to grant a whole lot more than you'd imagine: <http://macperformanceguide.com/blog/2013/20130508_1a-Adobe-legal-agreement. html> -- Martin Orpen Idea Digital Imaging Ltd _______________________________________________ Do not post admin requests to the list. They will be ignored. Colorsync-users mailing list (Colorsync-users@lists.apple.com) Help/Unsubscribe/Update your Subscription: https://lists.apple.com/mailman/options/colorsync-users/jc%40technicalphoto.... This email sent to jc@technicalphoto.com ----- No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2013.0.3336 / Virus Database: 3162/6316 - Release Date: 05/11/13