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Posted by William Oertell on 12/31/05 03:13
"Goro" <evilninjax@yahoo.com> wrote in message
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> The company has agreed to the following limitations on the use of
> copy-protection software until 2008:
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> 1. No further use of XCP or Media Max
> 2. Ensure that the DRM will not be installed on users' computers
> until the user accepts the end-user license agreement
> 3. Ensure that an uninstaller for the copy-protection software is
> made readily available to consumers
> 4. Fully disclose any updates to the copy-protection software
> 5. Ensure that the EULA accurately discloses the nature and function
> of the software in plain English
> 6. Obtain comments about the EULA from an independent oversight
> person
> 7. Obtain an expert opinion that the copy-protection software does
> not create security vulnerabilities
> 8. Only collect limited personal information necessary to provide
> enhanced CD functionality
> 9. Include full disclosures of the copy-protection software on the
> CD jewel case
> 10. Fix any software vulnerabilities that may arise from the
> copy-protection software
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> Except for item #1, All these items SHOULD BE DEFACTO operating
> procedure. Why there has to be a settlement agreement to force Sony to
> "Obtain an expert opinion that the copy-protection software does not
> create security vulnerabilities"???!?!!
>
> -goro-
>
I'll bet Sony doesn't live up to the deal in the long run. He**, they
don't think they did anything wrong in the first place. I won't buy another
Sony product again...ever! I guess I'll have to find another application
besides Sound Forge for my audio editing.
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