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The hidden program:- Sony is selling CDs with software that prevents users from copying the music more than three times. Why? Sony wants to prevent widespread CD copying from cutting into music sales. What's the problem? The software can open up computers to virus risks or other problems, and attempting to remove it could damage the PC. What CDs? Sony BMG releases with the software include Trey Anastasio's "Shine," Celine Dion's "On ne Change Pas," Neil Diamond's "12 Songs" and Van Zant's "Get Right With the Man." What can you do? -- Sony answers questions about the software and offers a security patch: cp.sonybmg.com -- Mark's Sysinternals Blog explains the problems with the software: www.sysinternals.com/blog/ |