How four Microsoft engineers proved that the “darknet” would defeat DRM

Re:How four Microsoft engineers proved that the “darknet” wo... by mtgx on Friday November 30, 2012 @12:29PM (#4854252)

Just like the idea of making Raspberry Pi for as many children as possible to spur a generation of engineers, the idea that the most popular computers will be closed, will have the exact opposite effect. You don't need open computers to just be available in a tiny corner of the world, and expect big innovations from it. You need them to be available to as many people as possible.

[ Parent | on HN ]

Re:How four Microsoft engineers proved that the “darknet” wo... by lotyrin on Friday November 30, 2012 @04:12PM (#4855474)

Agreed. But in the DRM conversation, anyone having one means they can use their digital freedom to bypass DRM, the product of which could be consumed even on the hypothetical majority's closed devices.

[ Parent | on HN ]