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A database of unauthorized copying of protected material is generated. At least one identification embedded in a copy of protected material procured from a distribution channel is detected. Information of said protected material is stored according to the at least one identification in a database so as to be indicative of unauthorized copying of the protected material.
CA002557859A2000-11-092001-10-05Method and apparatus for determining digital a/v content distribution terms based on detected piracy levels
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