Jason Boxman wrote:
> Robert Snyder wrote:
>> On 4/24/06, Tina Gasperson <tinahdee@gmail.com> wrote:
>>> So, is DRM the end of the road for Linux on the desktop? I mean, if
>>> we're not willing to accept DRM, what is the alternative for people
>>> who want to be able to download/stream mainstream movies, music, and
>>> other content? Is there an alternative to DRM that will enable that?
Of course not. Linux hackers can pretty much get around anything. In
fact, a lot of barriers (XBox, et al) are overcome by hackers just
because they represent a challenge. And there are Linux distributors who
have struck deals with proprietary codec makers to supply proprietary
codecs on our Open Source operating system. DRM could go the same way.
>>
> <snip>
>> DRM
>> keeps you from stealing. so in pratical sense is simply keeping people from
>> doing illegal activities.
>
> Digital Restrictions Management fails in every respect at preventing
> profitable copyright infringement.
>
Maybe, maybe not. When Joe L. User finds out he can't play his DVD on
his computer, he'll probably just stick it in his DVD player and
grumble. Who DRM doesn't restrict is those people who are determined to
copy content regardless. Some of those people are real criminals.
> Further, it isn't theft. It's copyright infringment.
Er, maybe. But I'd have to ask a lawyer. If the BSA or RIAA goes after
you, they may well pile on theft charges just to make the point.
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