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DRM technologies are often sold to the public & content providers as an anti-piracy measure but that has never been the intent. It's _always_ been about contro

DRM technologies are often sold to the public & content providers as an anti-piracy measure but that has never been the intent. It's _always_ been about control on the creation and manufacture of playback platforms and/or devices.

molszanski 8y ago
Yes! DRM is not about piracy, it is about CONTROLLING HOW YOU WATCH. Exclusive deals, upsells, ads and devices.
- 5ersi 8y ago
  You don't need DRM for that. That is achieved by contracts.
  - rakoo 8y ago
    Contracts can't be enforced just because you want to, DRM gives you the means to do it.