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So this string of characters has been floating around the internet today and some might wonder what they mean. They are the code that breaks the encoding of the HD DVDs. Some are trying to hide it and are coming down on those sites that are posting it. DRM can't last forever because people want the content they pay for in whatever format they use. They want to be able to convert their dvds and cds to put on their iPods, they want to store all their content on a computer so they don't have to deal with discs that may get scratched or broken. They want all their media at their finger tips and they don't want someone looking over their shoulder telling them what to do with the goods they spent their hard earned money on. How long will it take for these large industries to understand that, how long will it take before they change their practices and try to please their customers instead of continually piss them off like they are today. When.