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Hard to Steal: Rockstar Embraces DRM for PC Version of Grand Theft Auto IV
Hard to Steal: Rockstar Embraces DRM for PC Version of Grand Theft Auto IV
One of the most divisive topics in the music and gaming industry is digital rights management (DRM). DRM is the umbrella under which industry efforts to stop piracy via software protections fall. DRM schemes range in how restrictive they are, but they typically are invasive, sometimes installing ...
Grand Theft Auto IV by Rockstar Games
Grand Theft Auto IV by Rockstar Games
nzone.com — NVIDIA recommends that you update your system with the following GeForce v180.84 driver for the best experience on Grand Theft Auto IV: Download GeForce Driver 180.84 (Win XP) Download GeForce Driver 180.84 (Win XP 64-bit) Download GeForce ... (more) Grand Theft Auto IV by Rockstar Games
 Rockstar Talks GTA IV PC DRM
Rockstar Talks GTA IV PC DRM
uk.pc.ign.com — UK, November 28, 2008 - It goes without saying that there's a palpable air of excitement surrounding the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto IV on PC. Featuring the same glorious core as its console forebears, this latest version promises to expand ... (more) Rockstar Talks GTA IV PC DRM
Grand Theft Auto 4 (PC)
Grand Theft Auto 4 (PC)
gamingheaven.net — Grand Theft Auto was a big seller on the consoles earlier this year and deservedly so ... It told the story of immigrant Niko Bellic's adventures through the crime infested Liberty City. The PC version is upon us now and there are some new additions, ... (more) Grand Theft Auto 4 (PC)
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  • JustJosh JustJosh
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    I think people are too worried about nothing. I don't see anything wrong with SecureROM actually.
    Posted 12/2/2008 respond (flag)
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DV Hardware — ... Rockstar Games unveiled the PC version of Grand Theft Auto IV will use the controversial SecuROM 7 anti-piracy technology. GTA4's DRM implementation isn't as bad as in EA's Spore, but it will still be pretty annoying: ...

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