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No DRM for Apple in Intel-based Macs

Posted by Zonk on from the different-sides-of-the-story dept.

JWeinraub writes "OfB is reporting that, contrary to widely-published and discussed rumors, Apple is not including the controversial Trusted Platform Module (TPM) chip in its Intel-based Macs. An anonymous registered Apple developer claims that the Apple x86 test boxes do not have DRM or TCPA components." From the article: "As to why those with access to the kits have been quiet concerning the claims, our source said, 'you can rest assured that Apple is keeping very close tabs on those of us who have them.' The kits are only available to those who accept a non-disclosure agreement."

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  1. Don't worry... by Nonillion · · Score: 1, Troll

    DRM will be put into Apple boxen sooner or later. The MPAA/RIAA will force them into it as a requirement to allow Apple to continue to distribute music and movies.

    --
    "I bow to no man" - Riddick
  2. Re:Apple's looking better each day... by nathanh · · Score: 0, Troll
    I'm finding it harder every day to resist... Now if they'd only do something about the price.

    The price is fine. I wish they'd do something about the users. They make Amiga users look calm and restrained by comparison!

  3. Re:Eat Crow by mc900ftjesus · · Score: 0, Troll

    OS X is still too idiot proof for me. I run a real OS.

  4. Re:I'll give you price by unigolyn · · Score: 0, Troll
    You can run Windows without a virus scanner.. sure you can, for about 5 minutes or so.
    And then it's, like, *beep* *beep* *beep* *beep*! Half of your paper is gone!