Network users say they fear the case mightchill the free exchange of information andprogramming on the network.
"It's possible that Harvard students could openindividual accounts and find this happening tothem," said William J. Ouchark, acting director ofthe Harvard Arts and Sciences Computer Services.
He also said that computer operators need to beable to place software on the network withoutfear. "We live in a world where the network isnecessary to communicate," said Ouchark.
"Without software, the network might be moresecure, but it will be less efficient," he said.
Eugene E. Kim '96, president of the HarvardComputer Society, said he saw problems withselectively enforcement of copyright legislation.
"Most people use pirated software, but it's notfeasible for the government to enforce the lawfairly or equitably," he said