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Originally Posted by LucidDreams
I said what I can do TO the book. I can write in the book, I can loan the book, etc. - in other words, I OWN the physical book. With DRM eBooks if the seller doesn't want you to - you can't do any of those things since you don't own the book itself. I even specifically stated that I wasn't talking about copyrights. So you must be ignoring what I clearly stated. 
You're missing the entire point that's being made here. You can talk about it all you want. I just suggest you read what Calibre has stated on their web page about DRM. |
paper books are different than ebooks. of course there will be differences.
As for calibre's web page on drm, ive read it and i disagree with some of. calibre is amazing software. i would take kovid's opinions on ebook formats and software design as expert and pretty much authoritative. His opinions on drm law and philosophy...just the same as anyone.
and i don't think i'm ignoring anything or missing any point. i think some of what you say is misapplied here and i think your point is in conflict with what little anecdotal evidence we both have to go on.
i wonder if this is helping the op at all.
geesh i wish i could get sleep before i have to wake up. curse this kindle and its browser by my bedside!