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Rmusicman
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July 9, 2013
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Real or counterfeit?

  • July 9, 2013
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I just bought a PhotoShop CS6 Extended from an individual online. Inside the case, there is a "product key" and instructions to install. The first instruction is "Cut the internet off" and then it continues to describe how to install and activate without the internet. Is this a legitimate copy? The DVD was in an unopened shrink-wrapped case. My virus software doesn't like the file "keygen.exe" so I haven't tried to install yet. Can someone provide info on this?

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    Correct answer Kaewngam

    "keygen.exe" is a programme designed to generate fake Serial Numbers. There's no reason for it to be on a genuine Adobe disk.

    Genuine Adobe software also requires Internet access.

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    John Waller
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    John WallerCommunity Expert
    Community Expert
    July 9, 2013

    Was this eBay? How much did you pay?

    Sounds counterfeit so far but hard to tell with limited info.

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    RmusicmanAuthor
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    July 9, 2013

    Yes, this was ebay and I paid just less than full retail price. What info do you need?

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    KaewngamCorrect answer
    Inspiring
    July 9, 2013

    "keygen.exe" is a programme designed to generate fake Serial Numbers. There's no reason for it to be on a genuine Adobe disk.

    Genuine Adobe software also requires Internet access.

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