Friday, December 22, 2006

Sony to pay $4.25 million over hidden anti-piracy software

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As part of a settlement with 39 states to resolve investigations into problems caused by one of two types of copy-protection software—known as MediaMax or XCP hidden anti-piracy software that was included on music CDs.

Under the terms of the settlement, customers will be able to follow claim with Sony BMG to receive refunds up to $175, in addition, Sony BMG also agrees to no longer distribute compact discs with copy protected software that will hinder computer users from easily locating or removing it from their PCs.

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