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Originally Posted by MerLock
Well I believe that was the original concept for DRM. So that people can't just simply post their electronic file online for anyone to grab and use for free.
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I believe you're correct, except that I don't think those who set DRM up originally were most concerned with making sure the content
creators got paid. Now it's e-books, but it was music before that, and neither industry really has an overall reputation for looking out for the originators' best interests.
I remember a time when the music industry considered it a win
any time they got someone to hear their offerings, because, generally speaking, when folks hear music and like it, they tend to seek it out. Now they seem to have switched focus to wanting to make sure they get payed before anyone hears so much as a note. Imagine
Name That Tune under present music industry views!
Contestant: "I can name that tune in four notes!"
Host: "Okay, but it'll still cost you 99¢ to hear those four notes ... for each of the 100 audience members, myself, your fellow contestants, the crew, oh, and don't forget the 80 million folks tuned in to watch -- "
Contestant: "Forget it! I can't even afford to play if I win -- first prize is only $20 Million!" 