Are the high prices of original software programs a justification for making copies of them for personal use? What is the ruling on using programs already copied onto a device that has been purchased? How should someone act who relies on a computer for their work but cannot afford to buy original copies due to their high cost? What is the ruling on someone who copies original discs and profits from them? What is the ruling on using a "serial number" to permanently activate trial programs?

It is not permissible to copy programs and CDs whose owners state that their copyrights are reserved, except with their permission. This is because these are rights owned by them, for which they have expended money and effort. If there is no explicit statement prohibiting copying and use, then there is no objection, and in such cases, common practice is to be followed. Some scholars have held the view that it is permissible to copy for personal use only when there is a need, and the original copy is unavailable or unaffordable, provided that it is not used as a means for commercial gain. However, the most preponderant view is that it is not permissible to copy or use them unless their owners grant permission.