The outcome in France

Having previously posted on the battle over technology such as iTunes in France, and differing views within Parliamentary chambers, thanks to the BBC for this pithy report on the final outcome.

Sharing of technology can still be required - so the not mentioned by name iTunes offering can be made more widely available. BUT, authors and right owners can consent to their work being available only on limited systems. Not only does still create muddied waters (how many authors, companies and collecting societies could be involved) but end product means that consumers unlikely to benefit. So not such a revolution as it might have been - but a new authority to require interoperability promises future fun and games