This is a classic security tactic byu using the average users ignorace as the tool.
The label implies that the copy protected content will not be playable with out the software. That is a lie. The Software attempts to install immediately upon inserting the CD. If the Software is aborted it ejects the CD.
Whatever you do do not install the software. The Copy protection will only work if you install the software. Once you install the software - U R Screwed.
On a Windows based PC hold down the SHIFT key when you insert the CD - this will bybass the autorun feature. Then you can utilize the CD just like any other non-copy protected CD - RIP it to MP3 and download the contents to your MP3 Player of choice.
For more detailed inforemation:
http://www.cs.princeton.edu/~jhalderm/cd3/
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This is a classic security tactic byu using the average users ignorace as the tool. The label implies that the copy protected content will not be playable with out the software. That is a lie. The Software attempts to install immediately upon inserting the CD. If the Software is aborted it ejects the CD. Whatever you do do not install the software. The Copy protection will only work if you install the software. Once you install the software - U R Screwed. On a Windows based PC hold down the SHIFT key when you insert the CD - this will bybass the autorun feature. Then you can utilize the CD just like any other non-copy protected CD - RIP it to MP3 and download the contents to your MP3 Player of choice. For more detailed inforemation: http://www.cs.princeton.edu/~jhalderm/cd3/