> -----Original Message----- > From Tom Fine: > History has proven that just about any digital format can be converted to > any other. Also, any DRM > can be defeated or worked around. And, there are enough pirates out there > that even new-issue LPs > get digitized and out on the pirate networks very quickly I think you are making some assumptions based on the availability of CDs and general purpose computers. As these '90s mass-produced technologies die out, the landscape is going to change considerably. Bob Olhsson Audio Mastery, Nashville TN Mastering, Audio for Picture, Mix Evaluation and Quality Control Over 40 years making people sound better than they ever imagined! 615.562.4346 http://bobolhsson.com http://www.thewombforums.com