The author of DVD Decryptor was sent a “cease and desist” order from an entertainment company (presumably Sony but that’s pure hearsay). The software allowed the user to remove DVD copy protection for personal use such as backup, watching on your PDA, etc.

Sure, people used it pirate movies but with the explosion of Personal Video Players there is a legitmate need to watch legally purchased DVDs on their device. DVD Decryptor and Nero Recode was perfect for that.

I think we have more to fear from DMCA laws than we do the Patriot Act.

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