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How does a broadcast flag help prevent unauthorized redistribution of digital TV programs?

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The broadcast flag is a digital rights management technique aimed at preventing the unauthorized redistribution of digital television (DTV) content. It was proposed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to protect copyrighted material and support the deployment of digital TV services.

Here's how it works:

  1. Embedded Signal: The broadcast flag involves embedding a signal within digital broadcasts. This signal indicates that the content should not be redistributed without authorization.

  2. Device Compliance: Devices that receive digital television broadcasts, such as digital TVs and set-top boxes, are required to recognize and respond to the broadcast flag. This means these devices must be designed to restrict copying and redistribution of flagged content.

  3. Content Protection: The flag is specifically designed to prevent redistribution over the Internet and other networks, thereby protecting content from being shared in unauthorized ways.

For more detailed information, you can visit the following resources:

Broadcast Flag Diagram

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