Borland Licenses Macrovision's SafeDisc HD CD-ROM Copy Protection Technology on Worldwide Basis.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 14, 2001 Macrovision Corporation (Nasdaq: MVSN MVSN Milizia Volontaria per la Sicurezza Nazionale (Italy) ), a leading provider of copy protection and digital rights management technologies to the consumer and application software markets, announced today that Borland (Nasdaq: BORL), a leading provider of e-business implementation platforms, has signed a three-year license for Macrovision's SafeDisc HD CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). copy protection solution for worldwide software distribution. Borland will use SafeDisc HD to provide persistent copy protection for its implementation software CD-ROMs sold through retail and reseller channels worldwide. SafeDisc HD is a highly secure, software-based protection solution that combines anti-copy, encryption The reversible transformation of data from the original (the plaintext) to a difficult-to-interpret format (the ciphertext) as a mechanism for protecting its confidentiality, integrity and sometimes its authenticity. Encryption uses an encryption algorithm and one or more encryption keys. and anti-hacking technologies to allow installation and subsequent execution of the application only in the presence of the original disc(s) containing a SafeDisc HD Digital Signature. A key feature of SafeDisc HD is that it does not require the CD-ROM in the drive every time the application is launched. The publisher can specify the time duration for periodic re-authentication of the original CD-ROM. This prevents the end-user from passing the original disc(s) on to unauthorized users. Another important feature of SafeDisc HD is the multi-level anti-hacking technology that prevents the compromise of its security features. The anti-hacking technology is designed to not only deter consumer copying, but to also thwart hackers. "It is vital for us to protect our products from unauthorized casual copying and professional piracy in the worldwide markets," said Frank Slootman, Vice President of Software Products, Borland. "We reviewed all the available suppliers of hardware and software protection solutions last year and decided that Macrovision's SafeDisc HD was one of the only solutions which addressed the critical areas of compatibility, effectiveness, quality assurance, and worldwide manufacturing capability." "With the introduction of SafeDisc HD, we have adapted our industry leading SafeDisc copy protection solution to the specific needs of the desktop and laptop multi-tasked applications market without inconveniencing consumers using legitimate content," said Brian Dunn, Senior Vice President of Computer Software Copy Protection, Macrovision Corporation. "SafeDisc(R) has been the industry standard for interactive software protection. SafeDisc HD is an opportunity for the application software industry to regain the billions of dollars lost to piracy and unauthorized casual copying." SafeDisc HD is Macrovision's second-generation copy protection product designed specifically for the application software market. SafeDisc HD is designed for PC software that launches from the computer's hard drive after installation of the program, in which the publisher does not want to require the respective CD-ROM in the drive every time the program is launched, such as anti-virus, word processing word processing, use of a computer program or a dedicated hardware and software package to write, edit, format, and print a document. Text is most commonly entered using a keyboard similar to a typewriter's, although handwritten input (see pen-based computer) and , tax, personal finance or desktop publishing software The following is a list of major desktop publishing software. A wide range of related software tools exist in this field, including many plug-ins and tools related to the applications listed below. applications. SafeDisc HD protection is a "wrapper A data structure or software that contains ("wraps around") other data or software, so that the contained elements can exist in the newer system. The term is often used with component software, where a wrapper is placed around a legacy routine to make it behave like an object. " technology that can be applied after the product development is complete (supports 32-bit PC applications only), thereby making it easy for software publishers to implement since it requires no code changes. Publishers can have the CD-ROMs mastered at any of the 100+ Macrovision-licensed replication facilities worldwide. Users cannot copy the SafeDisc HD protected key disc in a CD-R (CD-Recordable) A writable CD technology using a type of compact disc that can be recorded, but not erased (CD-Rs are "write once" discs). CD-R discs are used to master CD-ROMs, to back up data and to make copies of data for distribution. writer nor can professional pirates This is a list of known pirates, buccaneers, corsairs, privateers, and others involved in piracy. This list includes both captains and prominent crew members. See also: pirates, wokou, buccaneers, corsairs, and privateers Ancient World About Borland Borland is a leading provider of high performance e-business implementation solutions. Borland is the vendor of choice for professional e-business solution providers who demand a vendor-independent implementation platform that supports rapid time to market, high productivity, performance and availability. Founded in 1983, Borland is headquartered in Scotts Valley, Calif., with operations worldwide. To learn more, visit Borland at www.borland.com, the community site at http://community.borland.com/ or call Borland at 800/632-2864. About Macrovision Macrovision develops and markets copy protection, rights management and electronic license management technologies for the interactive software, enterprise software and home video markets. Macrovision's SafeDisc(R) CD-ROM copy protection has been licensed to over 100 mastering and replication facilities worldwide and is used by many major interactive software publishers. Its SafeCast(TM) is a comprehensive digital rights management (DRM (1) (Digital Radio Mondiale) A digital audio broadcasting (DAB) system for AM radio in Europe. See HD Radio. (2) (Digital Rights M ) and security solution for a variety of software, audio, and video products, and includes a wide range of tools that helps publishers encourage trials and generate incremental Additional or increased growth, bulk, quantity, number, or value; enlarged. Incremental cost is additional or increased cost of an item or service apart from its actual cost. sales using either CD-ROM or electronic software distribution (ESD (1) (Electronic Software Distribution) Distributing new software and upgrades via the network rather than individual installations on each machine. See ESL. ) technology. Macrovision's GLOBEtrotter electronic license management (ELM) solutions for business software applications, lead by FLEXlm(R), are in use by over 2,000 ISV (Independent Software Vendor) A person or company that develops software. It implies an organization that specializes in software only and is not part of a computer systems or hardware manufacturer. (independent software vendor) customers throughout the world. Its software asset management tools (SAMsolutions(TM)) are also widely implemented by major corporate end-users. Macrovision has its corporate headquarters in Sunnyvale, Calif., with European headquarters in London and Asia-Pacific headquarters in Tokyo. SafeDisc, SafeDisc HD, SafeCast, GLOBEtrotter, FLEXlm and SAMsolutions are registered trademarks or trademarks of Macrovision Corporation. All other names mentioned are trademarks, registered trademarks, or service marks of their respective companies or organizations. Note to Editors: Additional background information on Macrovision Corporation and its products, see www.macrovision.com. All statements contained herein, as well as oral statements that may be made by the Company or by officers, directors or employees of the Company acting on the Company's behalf, that are not statements of historical fact, constitute "forward-looking statements forward-looking statement A projected financial statement based on management expectations. A forward-looking statement involves risks with regard to the accuracy of assumptions underlying the projections. " and are made pursuant to the Safe-Harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and of 1995. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause the actual results of the Company to be materially different from the historical results or from any future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties are outlined in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K Form 10-K A report required by the SEC from exchange-listed companies that provides for annual disclosure of certain financial information. Form 10-K See 10-K. for 1999, its Quarterly Reports on Form-10Q, and such other documents as are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time. The Company is not obligated ob·li·gate tr.v. ob·li·gat·ed, ob·li·gat·ing, ob·li·gates 1. To bind, compel, or constrain by a social, legal, or moral tie. See Synonyms at force. 2. To cause to be grateful or indebted; oblige. to revise or update any forward-looking statements in order to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this release. |
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