Is working in a clinic that uses pirated computer programs to process X-ray images considered unlawful (haram)? And is the wage earned from this work lawful (halal) or unlawful (haram), knowing that the worker has no say in the use of these programs and is merely a technician?
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Your work in X-ray imaging, processing, and printing, and your earnings from it, are permissible (). However, do not use pirated software, and advise your employer against using pirated software. Explain to him what scholars have said regarding its prohibition.
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