DRM (digital rights management)
An attempt to use encryption software to protect copyrighted electronic information by preventing its widespread distribution (as opposed to limiting access to information through such means as firewalls or password protected directories.
In a typical DRM scheme, DRM network server software wraps the digital content. DRM client software unwraps it or otherwise makes it accessible in accordance with its rights. Potential clients include desktop PCs, handhelds, set-top boxes, mobile phones and other portable devices.
From Staking out digital rights, Network World, 02/18/02.
Additional resources
Primer: Digital Rights Management
DRM is not just about music and movies. In this 8-minute primer, we give you ten things you should know about implementing DRM technology in the enterprise.
A stew of DRM standards
Looks at a variety of proposed DRM specifications. Network World, 02/18/02.
Digital rights management directives
Experts share tips on how to make the DRM decision and deploy the technology. Network World, 02/18/02.
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