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>Date: Fri, 17 May 2002 11:12:20 -0600
>To: Language Learning and Technology International Information Forum               <[log in to unmask]>
>From: Ursula Williams <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: Copy-protection crashes computers?

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This came to my attention last evening by way of one of our Arts and 
Letters consultants. I wanted to share it with you, and to learn if 
there is confirmation from other institutions:


>There is a new generation of copy-protected audio CDs that can crash
>your computer or render it unable to start up properly.
>
>These discs are not audio CDs following the standard industry
>specification, and will say "Will not work on PC/Mac" in place of the
>Compact Disc logo. If you intend to play an audio CD on your
>computer, inspect the packaging for any warnings about
>computer-specific copy protection measures present on the disc.
>
>Inserting one of these discs into a computer can cause unexpected
>harmful results, including freezes, crashes, and startup problems
>that may require the machine to be sent back to the vendor for
>service. This service will not be covered under warranty, and charges
>for these incidents will be the responsibility of the individual user.

Ursula Williams
Notre Dame