"Some publishers don't want to hear this, but the truth is that DRM can be hacked and does not eliminate piracy. It not only fails as a piracy deterrent, but it also introduces restrictions that make e-books less attractive than print books. We've all read a print book and passed it along to a friend. Good luck doing that with a DRM'd e-book! What publishers don't understand is that DRM implies a lack of trust. All customers are considered thieves and must be treated accordingly."