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	This article addresses the widespread, harmful misconception that breaking a digital lock or modifying software behavior is '''always''' ''"illegal hacking".'' In truth, U.S. law, while flawed, draws a clear line between lawful reverse engineering & criminal activity.		This article addresses the widespread, harmful misconception that breaking a digital lock or modifying software behavior is '''always''' ''"illegal hacking".'' In truth, U.S. law, while flawed, draws a clear line between lawful reverse engineering & criminal activity.