Linked by David Adams on Thu 4th Aug 2005 05:32 UTC, submitted by tbutler
Apple OfB is reporting that, contrary to widely-published and discussed rumors, Apple is not including the controversial Trusted Platform Module (TPM) chip in its Intel-based Macs. An anonymous registered Apple developer claims that the Apple x86 test boxes do not have DRM or TCPA components. Developers are forbidden from discussing the units by the nondisclosure agreements they've signed with Apple. so they've been unable to counter the rumors.
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it's true, there is no DRM !!!
by pravda on Thu 4th Aug 2005 06:24 UTC
pravda
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2005-07-06

Instead, there will be the Apple Secure System chip.

Using ASS, Apple guarantees that Mac users will have access to the genuine secure Apple user experience that is available only on the Apple Certified Macintosh Platform.

When you purchase a new Apple "Intel Inside" system, you sign over to Apple the special power of attorney to control your ASS.

The brave new partnership of Intel and Apple is a bold step into the future of the New American Century.