When I try to play the CD on my computer the music skips and/or is distorted. What is wrong with the CD?:
Nothing is wrong with your CD. The CD is designed to play on a computer using secure digital files pre-loaded on the CD. After the digital keys are successfully delivered for the music, these files can be played in two ways - First, try placing the CD in your computers CD-Rom drive and allowing the CD to auto start. Once the disc auto starts and the digital keys have been delivered, the music will begin to play. If the CD does not auto start, try the following... PC Users -
~ Double-click the My Computer icon on your desktop
~ Double-click the drive letter that has the CD loaded (the drive should also have the band logo next to it)
~ Depending on your operating system the CD might start to play, if not, double-click on the file named Launchcd.exe
~ This should begin the process of delivering the digital keys required to enjoy the CD on your computer Mac Users -
~ Locate the CD-volume icon on your desktop with the name of your CD
~ Double-click the icon to open a window
~ Locate the icon named Start in the window
~ Double-click on the Start icon
~ This should begin the process of delivering the digital keys required to enjoy the CD on your computer (As an added feature of the MediaMax enhanced CD, these digital files can be played directly from your computer without the original CD present. You are encouraged to copy the secure digital music files to your computer and enjoy the music without the need for the original CD. This can be accomplished by using the Copy Songs button on the main user interface (main screen) when the CD is loaded. Use this function to copy the songs to your favorite music directory on your computer. These files can then be played using your software player and may even be added to your favorite playlist.)
Here is what they want you to do: ripped from the FAQ page
Can I get a copy of this CD without the copy management protection?:
No, copies of this CD are not being made available without copy management technology.
Why has BMG placed copy management technology on this CD?: BMG has implemented a copy management system to safeguard the rights of our artists and copyright holders by preventing the unauthorized duplication and illegal Internet distribution of our content.
Is this CD playable on my computer?: Yes, similar to other software and games, usage of the CD on your computer does require your acceptance of the end user license agreement and installation of specific software contained on the CD. It also requires your computer to be appropriately configured. Please review the Systems Requirements documented on the package of the CD you are trying to play.
How do I play this CD on my computer?: Place the CD in your computers CD-Rom drive. Allow the disc time to start (no more than a minute), accept the end user license agreement and the music should begin to play!
My computer will not play the CD. What can I do to listen to the music on my computer?: First check to ensure your computer meets or exceeds the Minimum System Requirements as outlined on the package of the CD you are trying to play. This is important, as the CD relies on several system components from the operating system and Windows Media Player. Typically the problem is due to an incompatible Windows Media Player and can be remedied by upgrading your version of the Windows Media Player. If necessary, upgrade your Windows Media Player software and restart the CD. * You may also attempt to start the CD manually by doing the following * PC Users -
~ Double-click the My Computer icon on your desktop
~ Double-click the drive letter that has the CD loaded (the drive should also have the band logo next to it)
~ Depending on your operating system the CD might start to play, if not, double-click on the file named Launchcd.exe
~ This should begin the process of delivering the digital keys required to enjoy the CD on your computer Mac Users -
~ Locate the CD-volume icon on your desktop with the name of your CD
~ Double-click the icon to open a window
~ Locate the icon named Start in the window
~ Double-click on the Start icon
~ This should begin the process of delivering the digital keys required to enjoy the CD on your computer
What should I do if the program does not automatically start when I place the CD in my computer?: First, remove the CD from the CD-Rom drive and insert it again. This should allow the computer to restart the CD. * If the application still does not start by itself, try the following * PC Users -
~ Double-click the My Computer icon on your desktop
~ Double-click the drive letter that has the CD loaded (the drive should also have the band logo next to it)
~ Depending on your operating system the CD might start to play, if not, double-click on the file named Launchcd.exe
~ This should begin the process of delivering the digital keys required to enjoy the CD on your computer Mac Users -
~ Locate the CD-volume icon on your desktop with the name of your CD
~ Double-click the icon to open a window
~ Locate the icon named Start in the window
~ Double-click on the Start icon
~ This should begin the process of delivering the digital keys required to enjoy the CD on your computer
After I accept the end user license agreement, I am told my computer is not appropriately configured and requires an Internet connection. Why do I need an Internet connection to listen to the CD on my computer?: To enjoy the music and bonus features (if available) of this CD on your computer, a set of digital keys are required. These digital keys can be delivered to your computer directly from the CD if your computer meets or exceeds the Minimum Syste
...this might have the effect of LOWERING the tax I pay That's a good one! Whenever a tax is lowered in one area, there is an increase to make up for it in another one.
In the 1690's-1700s, Peter the Great introduced a "beard tax". Anyone who wished to sport facial hair had to pay a tax. This is one of the more wierd ones I remember reading about.
Strange and malevolent taxes are quite a big part of global history.
Why I'm moving to Canadia:-p (jokeing btw but you get the point...)
Whew! Thanks for the joking part. We like people who at least know how to spell the name of the country. It is not that difficult.
Repeat after me: "C-A-N-A-D-A". Now, that wasn't so bad, was it?
"If the change is successful, we will be able to save about US$300m a year. Also, we may ensure security and inter-connectivity of national information system," the spokesperson continued.
Been registered for 2+ years, never got ANYTHING that I didn't specifically opt in for. Any modifications made to preferrences took effect right away. This has not been, in my experience, a S4L type site.
Actually, check this. "Consultation Paper on Digital Copyright Issues" The list of acronyms is very telling.
LIST OF ACRONYMS
DMCA Digital Millennium Copyright Act ICT Information and Communications Technologies IHAC Information Highway Advisory Council IP Intellectual Property ISP Internet Service Provider NAFTA North-American Free Trade Agreement SDMI Secure Digital Music Initiative TRIPs Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property WCT WIPO Copyright Treaty WIPO World Intellectual Property Organization WPPT WIPO Performances and Phonograms Treaty
This section is of particular significance
The WCT and WPPT were concluded shortly after the federal government had published its response to the IHAC recommendations. However, IHAC's mandate was extended to allow it to monitor the government's progress in implementing its recommendations. In IHAC's report card published in 1997, (http://strategis.ic.gc.ca/SSG/ih01650e.html">Prep aring Canada for a Digital World: Final Report of the Information Highway Advisory Council, 1997, p. 20,), it recommended that "[t]he Government of Canada should move quickly to respond to the World Intellectual Property Organization's 1996 Copyright and Performances and Phonograms Treaties".
Slashdot Mirror
Yep, http://jobs.gc.ca
Read any good EULA's lately?
Adrian Lamo could use the cash, but he's not allowed to use a computer.
Too bad.
I came up with a unique one: "kazaaliteuser@k-lite.com". Catchy, isn't it?
A quick look on Kazaalite shows 50+ already
ripped from the FAQ page
I hereby grant everyone the right to copy this posting freely.
Translation: I.P., Freely
Do you mean these butterflies?
"Tax where the company is, and one state will become the haven for all of these businesses."
Tax where the company is, and no state will become the haven for any of these businesses.
...this might have the effect of LOWERING the tax I pay
That's a good one!
Whenever a tax is lowered in one area, there is an increase to make up for it in another one.
In the 1690's-1700s, Peter the Great introduced a "beard tax". Anyone who wished to sport facial hair had to pay a tax. This is one of the more wierd ones I remember reading about.
Strange and malevolent taxes are quite a big part of global history.
Why I'm moving to Canadia:-p (jokeing btw but you get the point...)
Whew! Thanks for the joking part. We like people who at least know how to spell the name of the country. It is not that difficult.
Repeat after me: "C-A-N-A-D-A". Now, that wasn't so bad, was it?
King George, heh, funny.
Is it time for another American Revolution?
If Gore runs this time, he should win by internet voting.
After all, he DID invent the internet.
My current SO's sign is "Yield".
It is much better.
My EX's sign was "STOP".
That lasted a Looong time!
Been registered for 2+ years, never got ANYTHING that I didn't specifically opt in for. Any modifications made to preferrences took effect right away. This has not been, in my experience, a S4L type site.
...or the LSD experiments in Canada that were conducted by the CIA.
Sorry, that was Saskatchewan
It is a hydroponics lab deep in an abandoned mine in Manitoba.
Good luck getting past security.
Actually, check this. "Consultation Paper on Digital Copyright Issues"
p aring Canada for a Digital World: Final Report of the Information Highway Advisory Council, 1997, p. 20,), it recommended that "[t]he Government of Canada should move quickly to respond to the World Intellectual Property Organization's 1996 Copyright and Performances and Phonograms Treaties".
The list of acronyms is very telling.
LIST OF ACRONYMS
DMCA Digital Millennium Copyright Act
ICT Information and Communications Technologies
IHAC Information Highway Advisory Council
IP Intellectual Property
ISP Internet Service Provider
NAFTA North-American Free Trade Agreement
SDMI Secure Digital Music Initiative
TRIPs Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property
WCT WIPO Copyright Treaty
WIPO World Intellectual Property Organization
WPPT WIPO Performances and Phonograms Treaty
This section is of particular significance
The WCT and WPPT were concluded shortly after the federal government had published its response to the IHAC recommendations. However, IHAC's mandate was extended to allow it to monitor the government's progress in implementing its recommendations. In IHAC's report card published in 1997, (http://strategis.ic.gc.ca/SSG/ih01650e.html">Pre
Man, have you ever been watching too many U.S. revisionist history movies!
That is a pretty loose grip you have on your vocabulary.
Anyhoo, I thought ACs used "LUZER!".