Have to say I totally agree. As I mentioned in my earlier post, Sony tried and failed to ban software that allowed PlayStation games to run on PCs, Macs and Dreamcast consoles.
If someone can build a machine that will install and run an off the shelf copy of OS X then, regardless of what the EULA might say, there is very little that Apple can do to stop them selling those machines.
Ultimately the problem is that Psystar is feeding from Apple's work. Apple has spent its own resources and capital to create OS X and the Mac brand. Psystar has put up no risk in OS X or the Macs success or failure. Apple want to keep full control of its property.
Yeah, that's what Linux and GNU are for. I remember back when people sought after Apple pram chips for Amigas in order to to run Mac apps. Also many years ago another company was working on reverse engineering the Mac OS in a clean room, but psystar just want to change the law to make stealing legal.
Except that's not what they are doing, they ARE modifying apple's code....Are you forgetting that psystar is shipping a hacked version of OSX which violates the derivative works part of copyright law, or ignoring it?...Nope, they are using a hacked version of OSX, looks like they didn't even do it themselves but just used the one people have done and made available online.
Long time reader, but I feel that there is WAAAY to much mis-information here...But Minderbinder, you're about 6 months out of date.
Psystar is NOT shipping a hacked version of OSX. IT IS RETAIL. There are methods out there now that allow for installation of a (read closely) RETAIL Leopard DVD. Please re-read the last sentence over... In fact, try googling "Boot-132" and see what you get
The caveat is that yes, a dsmos.kext or appledecrypt.kext is needed to decrypt the binaries. How these were obtained, I'm not entirely sure.
Also, they (Psystar) do provide other kext files that 'fix' certain problems (OpenHaltRestart.kext).
I'm not commenting on the legal implications of using dsmos.kext to decrypt the encrypted binaries, I just want people to know that these are RETAIL leopard installations with decryption kext files. There is NO modification of Apple Code.
And before you ask or assume, I don't own a Psystar
Long time reader, but I feel that there is WAAAY to much mis-information here...But Minderbinder, you're about 6 months out of date.
Psystar is NOT shipping a hacked version of OSX. IT IS RETAIL. There are methods out there now that allow for installation of a (read closely) RETAIL Leopard DVD. Please re-read the last sentence over... In fact, try googling "Boot-132" and see what you get
The caveat is that yes, a dsmos.kext or appledecrypt.kext is needed to decrypt the binaries. How these were obtained, I'm not entirely sure.
Also, they (Psystar) do provide other kext files that 'fix' certain problems (OpenHaltRestart.kext).
I'm not commenting on the legal implications of using dsmos.kext to decrypt the encrypted binaries, I just want people to know that these are RETAIL leopard installations with decryption kext files. There is NO modification of Apple Code.
And before you ask or assume, I don't own a Psystar
It is you who doesn't understand.
Hacked is hacked.
It doesn't matter if its hacked before its installed or after its installed.
There is no such thing as a version of those files that include the encryption key legitimately, that key is read out of the Apple hardware. It is a hack, get it through your guys heads. Installing the DVD followed by replacing system files to get around encryption and copy protection issues = HACK
No......... It's like Nintendo suing someone who builds and sells modified PS3s that also play Wii games... to which I say, "where's the case?"
Apple should just leave Psystar alone. They'll never seriously affect their market share, but they'll pacify the alienated Apple nerds who want their mid-tower graphics machines... like me.
Not that I'd buy a Psystar PC. I already built a hack.
If Apple leaves Psystar alone, Dell and HP start marketing their machines with Mac OS X as an option. Psystar will make a very small dent in Apple's cashflow. Too small to notice. It's the Dells, HPs, Lenovos and Acers of the world that Apple wants to keep at bay.
That's why the rumors claim that one of those companies is funding Psystar's legal campaign.
. Installing the DVD followed by replacing system files...
But you're not replacing...you're adding. There is no hacking of the actual OS or DVD at all (that might depend on your definition of 'hacking'). But that's not the point...my point was that this is a Retail version of Leopard.
Oh, and BTW, I don't know where the assumption that I don't understand came about...I do understand. Retail Installation + decryption kext = Hackintosh. duh. Anything other than Apple hardware is a hackintosh. Seems rather straightforward..,
But you're not replacing...you're adding. There is no hacking of the actual OS or DVD at all (that might depend on your definition of 'hacking'). But that's not the point...my point was that this is a Retail version of Leopard.
Oh, and BTW, I don't know where the assumption that I don't understand came about...I do understand. Retail Installation + decryption kext = Hackintosh. duh. Anything other than Apple hardware is a hackintosh. Seems rather straightforward..,
Incorrect, you dont understand. If it doesn't run without adding or replacing files to get around their encryption, its a hack. Sometimes I wish the OS X DVDs would explode when running in non apple boxes, it would get rid of some of the low life theives and people who should win the Darwin Award....
Oh, and BTW, I don't know where the assumption that I don't understand came about...I do understand. Retail Installation + decryption kext = Hackintosh. duh. Anything other than Apple hardware is a hackintosh. Seems rather straightforward..,
And see what prevents apple from continuing to make the software.
What if instead of everyone getting to use the product as the wish, like all the uninformed people think would happen, apple just quit selling Apple OS? Then Nobody wins. It is unlikely since that would hurt the employees in the company, but how many of you thought about that.
This is partially the RIAA's argument, sadly as much as I dont want to admit it. They have it so you agree to be licensed to use their product a certain way, and people want it in a different form... Albeit there isnt a direct agreement...
This sort of shit stifles innovation. You did all the hard work and I want to profit from it. Psystar is ridiculous...
Your argument is you aren't hacking you circumvent copy protection, but you are by circumventing encryption with the hack.
Actually, I have never given my opinion on this matter, nor have I any argument. I was simply stating what is the obvious truth, that this is a retail version of OSX. Retail Leopard DVD. Retail. Retail. Retail. No modification of apple code on the Leopard DVD. Zero. Zilch. Nada.
And does decrypting binaries (or cirvumventing decryption) actually = circumventing copy protection? (This is just a question).
I don't believe that. Can you post a link to this case?
From Wikipedia
Sony perceived VGS as a threat, and filed a lawsuit[2] against Connectix for copyright infringement. The case was eventually closed in favour of Connectix, but Connectix was unable to sell the software in the meantime because Sony had been awarded a temporary injunction[3]. Soon thereafter, Sony purchased VGS from Connectix and discontinued it.
I do remember looking for it and I couldnt find it anywhere, that was during the injunction. I then found it again, but it wasnt the same program as far as functionality, that was after sony had bought it
A shrink-wrap EULA will not hold up in court. But the EULA that you "sign" in order to install the software or use the software the first time generally does hold up.
But all Apple has to do is contantly change their software, but download updates to Psystar customers. Then their machines would stop working.
And see what prevents apple from continuing to make the software.
What if instead of everyone getting to use the product as the wish, like all the uninformed people think would happen, apple just quit selling Apple OS? Then Nobody wins. It is unlikely since that would hurt the employees in the company, but how many of you thought about that.
This is partially the RIAA's argument, sadly as much as I dont want to admit it. They have it so you agree to be licensed to use their product a certain way, and people want it in a different form... Albeit there isnt a direct agreement...
This sort of shit stifles innovation. You did all the hard work and I want to profit from it. Psystar is ridiculous...
In all honesty Apple just needs to do one thing. Ask for a Hardware serial number when installing a purchased update. That number is found in your system profiler and is unique to each machine. But apple needs to make the software in the box and update, or at the very least make retail copies check for an older version, then make you enter the Hardware Serial Number.
OS X and mobile phones are not analogous. Apple does not make a profit from OS X the way Microsoft makes profit from Windows. Apple uses OS X to sell Macs. The Mac is where Apple makes its money.
That's Apple's choice!!! If they choose to subsidize the price of OS X, that's their freaking problem. It's the risk they accept in trying to create an incentive. All companies have to make those business decisions. Apple should not be legally sheltered from the consequences of that risk. Let me guess, you also support automobile company bail-outs?
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Originally Posted by TenoBell
Psystar has put up no risk in OS X or the Macs success or failure. Apple want to keep full control of its property.
Except when you sell something, you release control of it. Pretty much the definition of "sell."
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Originally Posted by dguisinger
It is you who doesn't understand.
Hacked is hacked.
It doesn't matter if its hacked before its installed or after its installed.
There is no such thing as a version of those files that include the encryption key legitimately, that key is read out of the Apple hardware. It is a hack, get it through your guys heads. Installing the DVD followed by replacing system files to get around encryption and copy protection issues = HACK
You're saying "hack" like it's a naughty word or something. Get off your high horse and/or over yourself. Building a hackintosh is no worse than some of the shenanigans Woz & Jobs pulled against self-righteous companies back in their day. Most of us BUY copies of OS X anyway... copies that wouldn't otherwise be purchased. Apple should be thanking us.
Actually, I have never given my opinion on this matter, nor have I any argument. I was simply stating what is the obvious truth, that this is a retail version of OSX. Retail Leopard DVD. Retail. Retail. Retail. No modification of apple code on the Leopard DVD. Zero. Zilch. Nada.
And does decrypting binaries (or cirvumventing decryption) actually = circumventing copy protection? (This is just a question).
Sorry, thought you were strongly arguing the position that hacking after the install was not circumventing copy protection. Two things:
1) Its actually an upgrade at retail. You can't buy a stand alone MacOS X install; you can only officially buy it to use on a mac (Says for use on Macintosh computers only on the box), which already came with OS X. Therefore it is automatically sold as an upgrade.
2) Yes, decrypting the binaries is circumventing copy protection just like decrypting the CSS on a DVD is circumventing copy protection and illegal under the DMCA. Thats why it doesn't matter if you can install without hacking it up front; if you have to hack it to get it to bypass the encryption at any point its circumventing copy protection.
From what I'm reading Connectix didn't really win the right to continue to sell the PS emulator. If it had it would have left the door open for anyone to make a console emulators.
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Originally Posted by Paladinkn00be
From Wikipedia
Sony perceived VGS as a threat, and filed a lawsuit[2] against Connectix for copyright infringement. The case was eventually closed in favour of Connectix, but Connectix was unable to sell the software in the meantime because Sony had been awarded a temporary injunction[3]. Soon thereafter, Sony purchased VGS from Connectix and discontinued it.
I do remember looking for it and I couldnt find it anywhere, that was during the injunction. I then found it again, but it wasnt the same program as far as functionality, that was after sony had bought it
You're saying "hack" like it's a naughty word or something. Get off your high horse and/or over yourself. Building a hackintosh is no worse than some of the shenanigans Woz & Jobs pulled against self-righteous companies back in their day. Most of us BUY copies of OS X anyway... copies that wouldn't otherwise be purchased. Apple should be thanking us.
What shenanigans? They paid license fees for the ideas they got from Xerox.
Its not a high horse, I actually understand the law, have morals, and an understanding of right vs wrong.
That's Apple's choice!!! If they choose to subsidize the price of OS X, that's their freaking problem. It's the risk they accept in trying to create an incentive. All companies have to make those business decisions. Apple should not be legally sheltered from the consequences of that risk. Let me guess, you also support automobile company bail-outs?
Yes, THEY ARE legally sheltered. It's their Intellectual property. Not yours. Not Psystars. They have the rights to do with it as they please. They can LEGALLY say, HP you can use it and Dell you can not. They can give it away if they want, and they can certainly keep other companies from using it entirely all together. It's how it works. If this system wasn't in place many companies would fold. No engineering would ever take place. Everyone would be ripping each other off and only the person that could steal it and resell it the cheapest would ever make the profit. Our economy would completely collapse (lolol I know it has already). But it would be ten times worse.
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Except when you sell something, you release control of it. Pretty much the definition of "sell."
You should take another look at the EULA, apple is NOT selling and giving up rights to it. They are basically leasing it for use on an Apple labeled system.
That's Apple's choice!!! If they choose to subsidize the price of OS X, that's their freaking problem. It's the risk they accept in trying to create an incentive. All companies have to make those business decisions. Apple should not be legally sheltered from the consequences of that risk. Let me guess, you also support automobile company bail-outs?
You are going off the rails now. Having your intellectual property stolen has nothing to do with business risk. Yes theft is against the law. What do the automobile bail outs have to do with any of this, besides your attempt to throw up a straw man.
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Except when you sell something, you release control of it. Pretty much the definition of "sell."
This is not at all true. Copywrites, patents, and trademarks are all valid on consumed products. When you buy a DVD, you own the plastic disc, you do not own the movie, you have been licensed the right to privately view the movie under the studios terms. When you by a book, you own the paper, but you do not own the words on the page, you have been licensed the right to read the words under the publishers terms.
When you buy OS X, you own the plastic disc, you are licensed the right to use the software under Apple's terms.
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You're saying "hack" like it's a naughty word or something. Get off your high horse and/or over yourself. Building a hackintosh is no worse than some of the shenanigans Woz & Jobs pulled against self-righteous companies back in their day. Most of us BUY copies of OS X anyway... copies that wouldn't otherwise be purchased. Apple should be thanking us.
That $130 copy of OS X does not support or sustain Apple as a company.
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Have to say I totally agree. As I mentioned in my earlier post, Sony tried and failed to ban software that allowed PlayStation games to run on PCs, Macs and Dreamcast consoles.
If someone can build a machine that will install and run an off the shelf copy of OS X then, regardless of what the EULA might say, there is very little that Apple can do to stop them selling those machines.
Yes but they weren't trying to profit from it.
Ultimately the problem is that Psystar is feeding from Apple's work. Apple has spent its own resources and capital to create OS X and the Mac brand. Psystar has put up no risk in OS X or the Macs success or failure. Apple want to keep full control of its property.
Yeah, that's what Linux and GNU are for. I remember back when people sought after Apple pram chips for Amigas in order to to run Mac apps. Also many years ago another company was working on reverse engineering the Mac OS in a clean room, but psystar just want to change the law to make stealing legal.
Except that's not what they are doing, they ARE modifying apple's code....Are you forgetting that psystar is shipping a hacked version of OSX which violates the derivative works part of copyright law, or ignoring it?...Nope, they are using a hacked version of OSX, looks like they didn't even do it themselves but just used the one people have done and made available online.
Long time reader, but I feel that there is WAAAY to much mis-information here...But Minderbinder, you're about 6 months out of date.
Psystar is NOT shipping a hacked version of OSX. IT IS RETAIL. There are methods out there now that allow for installation of a (read closely) RETAIL Leopard DVD. Please re-read the last sentence over... In fact, try googling "Boot-132" and see what you get
The caveat is that yes, a dsmos.kext or appledecrypt.kext is needed to decrypt the binaries. How these were obtained, I'm not entirely sure.
Also, they (Psystar) do provide other kext files that 'fix' certain problems (OpenHaltRestart.kext).
I'm not commenting on the legal implications of using dsmos.kext to decrypt the encrypted binaries, I just want people to know that these are RETAIL leopard installations with decryption kext files. There is NO modification of Apple Code.
And before you ask or assume, I don't own a Psystar
Long time reader, but I feel that there is WAAAY to much mis-information here...But Minderbinder, you're about 6 months out of date.
Psystar is NOT shipping a hacked version of OSX. IT IS RETAIL. There are methods out there now that allow for installation of a (read closely) RETAIL Leopard DVD. Please re-read the last sentence over... In fact, try googling "Boot-132" and see what you get
The caveat is that yes, a dsmos.kext or appledecrypt.kext is needed to decrypt the binaries. How these were obtained, I'm not entirely sure.
Also, they (Psystar) do provide other kext files that 'fix' certain problems (OpenHaltRestart.kext).
I'm not commenting on the legal implications of using dsmos.kext to decrypt the encrypted binaries, I just want people to know that these are RETAIL leopard installations with decryption kext files. There is NO modification of Apple Code.
And before you ask or assume, I don't own a Psystar
It is you who doesn't understand.
Hacked is hacked.
It doesn't matter if its hacked before its installed or after its installed.
There is no such thing as a version of those files that include the encryption key legitimately, that key is read out of the Apple hardware. It is a hack, get it through your guys heads. Installing the DVD followed by replacing system files to get around encryption and copy protection issues = HACK
No......... It's like Nintendo suing someone who builds and sells modified PS3s that also play Wii games... to which I say, "where's the case?"
Apple should just leave Psystar alone. They'll never seriously affect their market share, but they'll pacify the alienated Apple nerds who want their mid-tower graphics machines... like me.
Not that I'd buy a Psystar PC. I already built a hack.
If Apple leaves Psystar alone, Dell and HP start marketing their machines with Mac OS X as an option. Psystar will make a very small dent in Apple's cashflow. Too small to notice. It's the Dells, HPs, Lenovos and Acers of the world that Apple wants to keep at bay.
That's why the rumors claim that one of those companies is funding Psystar's legal campaign.
It is you who doesn't understand.
. Installing the DVD followed by replacing system files...
But you're not replacing...you're adding. There is no hacking of the actual OS or DVD at all (that might depend on your definition of 'hacking'). But that's not the point...my point was that this is a Retail version of Leopard.
Oh, and BTW, I don't know where the assumption that I don't understand came about...I do understand. Retail Installation + decryption kext = Hackintosh. duh. Anything other than Apple hardware is a hackintosh. Seems rather straightforward..,
But you're not replacing...you're adding. There is no hacking of the actual OS or DVD at all (that might depend on your definition of 'hacking'). But that's not the point...my point was that this is a Retail version of Leopard.
Oh, and BTW, I don't know where the assumption that I don't understand came about...I do understand. Retail Installation + decryption kext = Hackintosh. duh. Anything other than Apple hardware is a hackintosh. Seems rather straightforward..,
Incorrect, you dont understand. If it doesn't run without adding or replacing files to get around their encryption, its a hack. Sometimes I wish the OS X DVDs would explode when running in non apple boxes, it would get rid of some of the low life theives and people who should win the Darwin Award....
Oh, and BTW, I don't know where the assumption that I don't understand came about...I do understand. Retail Installation + decryption kext = Hackintosh. duh. Anything other than Apple hardware is a hackintosh. Seems rather straightforward..,
What if instead of everyone getting to use the product as the wish, like all the uninformed people think would happen, apple just quit selling Apple OS? Then Nobody wins. It is unlikely since that would hurt the employees in the company, but how many of you thought about that.
This is partially the RIAA's argument, sadly as much as I dont want to admit it. They have it so you agree to be licensed to use their product a certain way, and people want it in a different form... Albeit there isnt a direct agreement...
This sort of shit stifles innovation. You did all the hard work and I want to profit from it. Psystar is ridiculous...
Your argument is you aren't hacking to circumvent copy protection, but you are by circumventing encryption with the hack.
Your argument is you aren't hacking you circumvent copy protection, but you are by circumventing encryption with the hack.
Actually, I have never given my opinion on this matter, nor have I any argument. I was simply stating what is the obvious truth, that this is a retail version of OSX. Retail Leopard DVD. Retail. Retail. Retail. No modification of apple code on the Leopard DVD. Zero. Zilch. Nada.
And does decrypting binaries (or cirvumventing decryption) actually = circumventing copy protection? (This is just a question).
I don't believe that. Can you post a link to this case?
From Wikipedia
Sony perceived VGS as a threat, and filed a lawsuit[2] against Connectix for copyright infringement. The case was eventually closed in favour of Connectix, but Connectix was unable to sell the software in the meantime because Sony had been awarded a temporary injunction[3]. Soon thereafter, Sony purchased VGS from Connectix and discontinued it.
I do remember looking for it and I couldnt find it anywhere, that was during the injunction. I then found it again, but it wasnt the same program as far as functionality, that was after sony had bought it
But all Apple has to do is contantly change their software, but download updates to Psystar customers. Then their machines would stop working.
And see what prevents apple from continuing to make the software.
What if instead of everyone getting to use the product as the wish, like all the uninformed people think would happen, apple just quit selling Apple OS? Then Nobody wins. It is unlikely since that would hurt the employees in the company, but how many of you thought about that.
This is partially the RIAA's argument, sadly as much as I dont want to admit it. They have it so you agree to be licensed to use their product a certain way, and people want it in a different form... Albeit there isnt a direct agreement...
This sort of shit stifles innovation. You did all the hard work and I want to profit from it. Psystar is ridiculous...
In all honesty Apple just needs to do one thing. Ask for a Hardware serial number when installing a purchased update. That number is found in your system profiler and is unique to each machine. But apple needs to make the software in the box and update, or at the very least make retail copies check for an older version, then make you enter the Hardware Serial Number.
OS X and mobile phones are not analogous. Apple does not make a profit from OS X the way Microsoft makes profit from Windows. Apple uses OS X to sell Macs. The Mac is where Apple makes its money.
That's Apple's choice!!! If they choose to subsidize the price of OS X, that's their freaking problem. It's the risk they accept in trying to create an incentive. All companies have to make those business decisions. Apple should not be legally sheltered from the consequences of that risk. Let me guess, you also support automobile company bail-outs?
Psystar has put up no risk in OS X or the Macs success or failure. Apple want to keep full control of its property.
Except when you sell something, you release control of it. Pretty much the definition of "sell."
It is you who doesn't understand.
Hacked is hacked.
It doesn't matter if its hacked before its installed or after its installed.
There is no such thing as a version of those files that include the encryption key legitimately, that key is read out of the Apple hardware. It is a hack, get it through your guys heads. Installing the DVD followed by replacing system files to get around encryption and copy protection issues = HACK
You're saying "hack" like it's a naughty word or something. Get off your high horse and/or over yourself. Building a hackintosh is no worse than some of the shenanigans Woz & Jobs pulled against self-righteous companies back in their day. Most of us BUY copies of OS X anyway... copies that wouldn't otherwise be purchased. Apple should be thanking us.
Actually, I have never given my opinion on this matter, nor have I any argument. I was simply stating what is the obvious truth, that this is a retail version of OSX. Retail Leopard DVD. Retail. Retail. Retail. No modification of apple code on the Leopard DVD. Zero. Zilch. Nada.
And does decrypting binaries (or cirvumventing decryption) actually = circumventing copy protection? (This is just a question).
Sorry, thought you were strongly arguing the position that hacking after the install was not circumventing copy protection. Two things:
1) Its actually an upgrade at retail. You can't buy a stand alone MacOS X install; you can only officially buy it to use on a mac (Says for use on Macintosh computers only on the box), which already came with OS X. Therefore it is automatically sold as an upgrade.
2) Yes, decrypting the binaries is circumventing copy protection just like decrypting the CSS on a DVD is circumventing copy protection and illegal under the DMCA. Thats why it doesn't matter if you can install without hacking it up front; if you have to hack it to get it to bypass the encryption at any point its circumventing copy protection.
From Wikipedia
Sony perceived VGS as a threat, and filed a lawsuit[2] against Connectix for copyright infringement. The case was eventually closed in favour of Connectix, but Connectix was unable to sell the software in the meantime because Sony had been awarded a temporary injunction[3]. Soon thereafter, Sony purchased VGS from Connectix and discontinued it.
I do remember looking for it and I couldnt find it anywhere, that was during the injunction. I then found it again, but it wasnt the same program as far as functionality, that was after sony had bought it
You're saying "hack" like it's a naughty word or something. Get off your high horse and/or over yourself. Building a hackintosh is no worse than some of the shenanigans Woz & Jobs pulled against self-righteous companies back in their day. Most of us BUY copies of OS X anyway... copies that wouldn't otherwise be purchased. Apple should be thanking us.
What shenanigans? They paid license fees for the ideas they got from Xerox.
Its not a high horse, I actually understand the law, have morals, and an understanding of right vs wrong.
That's Apple's choice!!! If they choose to subsidize the price of OS X, that's their freaking problem. It's the risk they accept in trying to create an incentive. All companies have to make those business decisions. Apple should not be legally sheltered from the consequences of that risk. Let me guess, you also support automobile company bail-outs?
Yes, THEY ARE legally sheltered. It's their Intellectual property. Not yours. Not Psystars. They have the rights to do with it as they please. They can LEGALLY say, HP you can use it and Dell you can not. They can give it away if they want, and they can certainly keep other companies from using it entirely all together. It's how it works. If this system wasn't in place many companies would fold. No engineering would ever take place. Everyone would be ripping each other off and only the person that could steal it and resell it the cheapest would ever make the profit. Our economy would completely collapse (lolol I know it has already). But it would be ten times worse.
Except when you sell something, you release control of it. Pretty much the definition of "sell."
You should take another look at the EULA, apple is NOT selling and giving up rights to it. They are basically leasing it for use on an Apple labeled system.
That's Apple's choice!!! If they choose to subsidize the price of OS X, that's their freaking problem. It's the risk they accept in trying to create an incentive. All companies have to make those business decisions. Apple should not be legally sheltered from the consequences of that risk. Let me guess, you also support automobile company bail-outs?
You are going off the rails now. Having your intellectual property stolen has nothing to do with business risk. Yes theft is against the law. What do the automobile bail outs have to do with any of this, besides your attempt to throw up a straw man.
Except when you sell something, you release control of it. Pretty much the definition of "sell."
This is not at all true. Copywrites, patents, and trademarks are all valid on consumed products. When you buy a DVD, you own the plastic disc, you do not own the movie, you have been licensed the right to privately view the movie under the studios terms. When you by a book, you own the paper, but you do not own the words on the page, you have been licensed the right to read the words under the publishers terms.
When you buy OS X, you own the plastic disc, you are licensed the right to use the software under Apple's terms.
You're saying "hack" like it's a naughty word or something. Get off your high horse and/or over yourself. Building a hackintosh is no worse than some of the shenanigans Woz & Jobs pulled against self-righteous companies back in their day. Most of us BUY copies of OS X anyway... copies that wouldn't otherwise be purchased. Apple should be thanking us.
That $130 copy of OS X does not support or sustain Apple as a company.