Whose Rights Does DRM Manage?

摘要

When I see "DRM" I think of digital restrictions management, not digital rights management. Too much DRM serves to restrict the rights of content users in ways I consider unreasonable and inequitable. At its worst, DRM undermines fair use and first sale rights. I recognize the necessity of DRM for some forms of econtent distribution, but DRM doesn't have to be abusive. Well-designed, well-implemented DRM can offer producers some protection while giving content buyers and users the flexibility and yes, protection of our rights, that we expect. A buyer should be able to expect these things. Let's say I buy a CD, one of the few digital media that (in its pure form) does not include DRM. I believe that I should be able to do with any digital content what I can do with CDs.