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Microsoft to Shut Down DRM Servers for MSN Music Customers

April 27th, 2008 · No Comments

Microsoft has recently announced that it will no longer support digital rights management (DRM) authentication for songs purchased through its now-defunct MSN Music service. The company, which is now focusing on its Zune music player and accompanying Marketplace, has previously allowed MSN Music customers to re-authenticate their purchases for use on different devices since the […]

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Category: DRM · Microsoft