04-05-2009, 01:31 AM
CDs that conform to spec' are not protected media. Copying a lawfully purchased CD for non-commercial purposes is at least arguably fair use.
DVDs have content/access-controls on them, which bring them under the purview of the DMCA anti-circumvention provisions.
The DMCA makes the possession, distribution or use of any device that can be used for circumvention unlawful.
There is no exception in the DMCA for fair use.
DVDs have content/access-controls on them, which bring them under the purview of the DMCA anti-circumvention provisions.
The DMCA makes the possession, distribution or use of any device that can be used for circumvention unlawful.
There is no exception in the DMCA for fair use.