The high cost of Gaussian 09 and similar software can make it inaccessible to some researchers, especially those in underfunded institutions or regions with limited resources. This has led some to seek out cracked versions of the software. However, using cracked software poses significant risks and drawbacks:
Which of these would you prefer?
: The use of Batch Control Files (.bcf) to stack multiple calculations, allowing a PC to run continuously over long periods [24].