Thursday, September 15, 2011

DVD Encryption

DVD discs have a special encryption on them that protects against people making copies and removing the data from the disc.  This encryption is meant to be secure and and strong, but in reality, the code is very weak.  DVD encryption is a great example of how the code breakers have beaten the code makers.  It is extremely easy to remove the encryption from a DVD disc and access the files within.  There is a program available for download on the internet called "DVD Decrypter."  Basically, it is a program that decrypts a copy protected DVD and allows somebody to make copies or transfer the data stored on the disc.  In the U.S., it is illegal to make copies of a DVD.  It amazes me that a program like this is so easy to access and use.  Should the U.S. government do something about this?  Thousands of people around the country use this software to make illegal copies.  It is just too easy.  Code makers should try and create a better code for DVD's.  It is unfair to the people who work hard to create movies and shows.

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