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Old 07-17-2009, 10:36 AM   #90
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Originally Posted by Steve Jordan View Post
All true. This is why the best security system is one that is permanently tied to you, and can't be easily used by anyone else... IOW, a biometric ID. The current problems with DRM are essentially a cry for biometric security to finally be applied to daily security practices.

Biometric security would allow minimal DRM to be applied to products, as it could prevent use by unauthorized users more reliably than any other method. Not that it would be perfect, just more reliable, and therefore minimize loss through sharing and theft.

(Ducks and covers as Big Brother Nay-sayers draw their swords and charge into the room)
There is absolutely no chance whatsoever, I am going to give 'Them' or 'They' my fingerprint and / or my DNA data so I can read a newspaper or book......
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