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The relationship between copyright software protection and piracy: Evidence from europe

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  • Antonio Andrés, 2006. "The relationship between copyright software protection and piracy: Evidence from europe," European Journal of Law and Economics, Springer, vol. 21(1), pages 29-51, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:kap:ejlwec:v:21:y:2006:i:1:p:29-51
    DOI: 10.1007/s10657-006-5670-5
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