[gattilorenz]

No, but if Microsoft asked for wav files, and a contractor delivered them, is Microsoft at fault if the contractor used a pirated editing software?

[jacobush]

Liable? I hope so. And then they can pass the buck on.

[gattilorenz]

Why would Microsoft be liable?

Do you check if your butcher has illegally bought his knife? Should you be liable, if so?

[jacobush]

Hmm... you may be right. But on the other hand, is the steak licensed and copyrighted?

[gattilorenz]

It's not, but metaphors and analogies only go so far :)