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I also don't understand the big deal. I'd be happy for someone to point out the obvious thing I'm missing. I believe content creators/owners should be able to do whatever they want with what they create/own, just like I can do whatever I want with what I create/own.

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DRM makes it hard for me to make backup copies of media that I've bought and own, so you can see how DRM goes against your stated belief. That's just one for starters. The article itself goes into a few more reasons.

But that doesn't go against my stated belief. If someone wants to offer you a time-limited or location-limited video they can do that. You don't have to pay for it. And I say this as an Australian who doesn't pay for Netflix because of stupid regional restrictions. Vote with your wallet and let people do as they please.

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