No Virigina, Apple Is Not Using Intel's DRM

We noted here the widespread reports that Apple was using TPM/Paladium technology in MacOS X on Intel to secure the new OS to Apple-only machines. Well, according to new multiple reports, it just ain't true.

Commenting on earlier reports, a reliable source who requested anonymity told OfB, “While many rumors are being circulated on the web about Apple's future direction on Intel processors with DRM, the majority of them are just that - rumors.” The source, a registered Apple developer, continued, “Reality is that these boxes are production PC's in an Apple case, not DRM or TCPA protected, and none of these boxes will remain in circulation after their purpose has been served - they must be returned to Apple.

Well, here is hoping. But I suspect something like this will be used to ensure that MacOS X does not end up on - say - Dell machines.