i don't think this very thread is about cracking
it is about protecting, a kind of...
i find it quite useful
yes i agree too, i notice VLX is not fully compiled, you can see like
FAS4-FILE ; Do not change it!it seems splits each FAS file? if we open with notepad, the DCL are at the buttom part of the file, is still readable!!
does it mean reading (without decompile) violating the rules?
after all like many free source code forums, i hardly see people sharing VLX or FAS.
IMO, i think @baitang is white hat hacker.
assume you are expert knowledge in LISP and it's core technology, i don't think you need to decompile or violating others VLX os FAS. besides It's hard to study other's codes, every programmers has its own logic & unique styles like LM,MP,EEA etc. as conclusion: I think you are x10000 faster to write a new code than hacking people's code.
PRO: 1. Helpful as anti-virus
2. 'Forensic' investigation: if a guy customizes LM's codes selling online. one day a user notice a familiar DCL but author name
changed it violates LM copyright, the user reports to LM. so baitang helps decompilation, is it legal or illegal?
3. helping us extra protection. encourage programmers feel safe to sell their copyrighted VLX
CON: 1. next generation virus will be vulnerable like COVID-19
2. that copycat guy upgrade his VLX. forensic failed!