Be the first on your block to register your computer.

[David LeBlanc]

Yes! exciting times are coming again as Intel, AMD and Microsoft (among
quite a few others) are banding together to once more put ID numbers (and
now basic encryption) onto next generation silicon. Microsoft will then
start offering it's "secure" (from M$? heh!) OS that will only permit
certified apps to run, not to mention certified music and video.

http://www.theregister.co.uk/content/3/25892.html - general story featuring
Intel's role
http://www.theregister.co.uk/content/4/25891.html - MS to trash GPL software
http://www.theregister.co.uk/content/4/25878.html - Ms' secure OS plans
(vaguely)
http://www.theregister.co.uk/content/54/25905.html  - AMD info on
"Palladium"

Looks like in the future, you'll use your money to buy their computer that
will run what they want you to.

David LeBlanc
Seattle, WA USA