Digital Rights Management (DRM)

DRM is any type of copy protection included with music, movies, or software which is promoted as "protecting the copyright holder's intellectual property" while in reality does little other than annoy ordinary consumers. Here is some data about this controversial and unpopular technology.

What exactly IS DRM and why is it such a bad thing?
We should all get to profit from and control our creations, but there are many reasons why we support the hackers and not the copyright holderss
The great lie told about movie downloads and why it's wrong.
The great lie told about music downloads and why it's wrong.
The great lie told about software downloads and why it's wrong.

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warranties Tutorial
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First, always learn what coverage you get for free from the manufacturer.
When offered an extended warranty, make sure you understand the basics.
They want you to buy it, but is it as easy to use as they say?
Know beforehand what circumstances and terms put the purchase of a warranty in your favor
Once you need to use the warranty, make sure you know the steps to take.
Finally, learn why you should even bother with this mess.
Now it's time to make the decision of whether to buy or not.

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About DRM

What is DRM and why is it such a bad thing?

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Why We Don't Support Copyright Holders

There are many reasons why we don't support the people who own copyrighted works even if we support copyright.

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The Great Copyright Holder Lie - Movies

The great lie told about movie downloads and why it's wrong.

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The Great Copyright Holder Lie - Music

Learn how music companies lie to make you believe it's wrong to download or copy music when, in many cases, it really just isn't.

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The Great Copyright Holder Lie - Software

Software vendors are making it harder and harder to play your own games! And for what? Nothing it seems.

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Manufacturer Warranties

Products you purchase in the store almost always have warranties already. Depending on how good it is, you could be completely wasting your money buying an extended one when the default one will do.

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Extended Warranties

What is an extended warranty and how do you know when you see one?

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Surprise! You're Not Covered

If you're going to spend your money on a warranty, first consider all the factors.

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Learning the Warranty Odds

Learn what important aspects of a warranty you need to look for to make sure you're getting a good deal.

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How to Use Your Warranty

Once it's time to use your warranty, make sure you know how to navigate the system.

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Warranty Successes

Read some examples of how I've personally used warranties in my favor over the years.

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Warranty Decision

In the end, how do you decide whether to buy the warranty or not?

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