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DRM watchdog established in France
On Friday was inaugurated the French regulatory body in charge of ensuring that DRMs (Digital Rights Management) are made compatible and do not prevent users of copyrighted work to benefit from copyright exceptions . If successful, this DRM watchdog, the first of its kind in the world, might become a model in dealing with problems raised by DRMs. Already its mere introduction in French law eight months ago may have played a pivotal role in Apple's recent decision to change its DRM policy and promote DRM-free music. (13/04) ReadYou may also like
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