The interactive-music network: Protection of coded music

This document explains the basic knowledge needed to understand the fundamental functionality of DRM systems. It includes intellectual property rights, general requirements on DRM solutions, basic concepts of DRM solutions, business models, individual technologies (e.g. content identification and description, rights management, encryption, watermarking and fingerprinting). This document aims to support people and organisations in selecting or developing suitable technology for their specific requirements on the protection of musical content.