Digital Rights Management
Digital Rights Management (DRM) is a set of technologies and methods used to control access to and usage of digital content, such as software, media, and documents. It enforces copyright protection by restricting copying, sharing, or modifying content without authorization. Centralized DRM refers to systems where control and management are handled from a central server or authority.
Developers should learn about DRM when building applications that distribute copyrighted digital content, such as streaming services, e-books, or software licensing platforms. It is essential for protecting intellectual property, ensuring compliance with licensing agreements, and preventing unauthorized distribution. Centralized DRM is particularly useful in scenarios requiring scalable enforcement across multiple users or devices, like subscription-based media services.