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Originally Posted by John Bailey
If someone can stop you using something you thought was yours, then it isn't yours.
Basically all DRM enabled content is rented, not bought. Conditions may change at any time, and at the discretion of the owner (not you).
If it's tied to the device or tied to an account, then you don't own it. The sooner enough people see this, the sooner it can be done away with.
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And the sooner enough people will realize this, the sooner we can bring DRM to it's grave! I will NEVER buy DRMed eBooks or music!!!
When you look at it his way, DRMed eBooks or music are far too pricey:
- you have no material copy, lost data is gone (faulty media, hardware, accidents)
- you can't lend or sell it after use
- you can't use it everywhere and on each device
- etc...
Practically there isn't much difference between your DRMed copy and one you lent from a public library (just without the time limit - so you can read it over and over. but who does?!).
Please avoid buying DRMed content wherever you can and instead tell the publishers why you haven't done so! Buy more CDs and pBooks or lend and swap 'em with your friends after use, don't let them "force" you to break the law...
