Reprinted from TidBITS#806/21-Nov-05 with permission. Copyright (C) 2005, TidBITS. All rights reserved. http://www.tidbits.com/ Hot Topics in TidBITS Talk/21-Nov-05 ------------------------------------ by TidBITS Staff The first link for each thread description points to the traditional TidBITS Talk interface; the second link points to the same discussion on our Web Crossing server, which provides a different look and which may be faster. **Driven to Distraction by DRM** -- Adam's annoyance with Apple's FairPlay DRM in last week's issue prompts discussion about DRM and how it can prevent legal activities. (5 messages) **Maximum drive sizes** -- Some older Macs can accept hard drives only up to certain sizes - why is that? (6 messages) **Digital television changing fast** -- After our release of "Take Control of Digital TV," a reader points to yet another promising new display technology. (1 message) **Apple USB Modem for older Macs?** Can the new Apple USB Modem work with older Macs? (3 messages) **Airlines with power outlets** -- There's nothing worse than running out of power on a long plane flight. But which airlines provide power outlets? (1 message) $$ Non-profit, non-commercial publications may reprint articles if full credit is given. Others please contact us. We don't guarantee accuracy of articles. Caveat lector. Publication, product, and company names may be registered trademarks of their companies. For information: how to subscribe, where to find back issues, and more, see . TidBITS ISSN 1090-7017. Send comments and editorial submissions to: Back issues available at: And: Full text searching available at: ------------------------------------------------------------------- .