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Вот, нашел, откуда это:

Q: Why is the codec no longer free?
A: This is an incorrect statement. The codec, even the Pro version, is still freely available for everyone to use. The money earned by the sales of the Pro version is used to pay MPEG-4 licensing fees. Here's a link that will give you more info about MPEG-4 licensing: http://www.mpegla.com/news_release31Jan2002.html. Also be aware that Apple is withholding their QuickTime6 software because of these licensing fees.

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