Media files and licenses are distributed and stored separately, making it easier to manage the entire system. To play a protected media file, the consumer must first acquire a license key to unlock the file. The process of acquiring a license begins automatically when the consumer attempts to acquire the protected content, acquires a pre-delivered license, or plays the file for the first time. Playing the Media File To play the media file, the consumer needs a media player that supports Windows Media Rights Manager. The consumer can then play the media file according to the rules or rights that are included in the license.
Licenses can have different rights, such as start times and dates, duration, and counted operations.
For instance, default rights may allow the consumer to play the media file on a specific computer and copy the file to a portable device. Licenses, however, are not transferable. If a consumer sends a protected media file to a friend, this friend must acquire her own license to play the media file. All rights reserved. Terms of Use.