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DRM-Free iTunes Tracks Still Have User IDs Embedded [ITunes]
Lifehacker — [image] Just because Apple and Big Music dropped the DRM doesn't mean they want you trading your iTunes purchases. CNET notes that buyers' registered email addresses are embedded in every file , and so (somewhat) trace-able. [ via ]

Personal information in iTunes files should prevent mass piracy
CrunchGear — ... embedded in there. What’s the personal information? Your e-mail address, for one. That means if tedthelightbulbexpert@gmail.com bought a song from iTunes, then puts it in his Limwire shared folder, some kid who downloads it from there will have Ted’s e-mail address. That’s not exactly super sensitive information, but it could put off some people. Remember, just because a song is DRM-free doesn’t mean it’s copyright-free. via Slashdot

Yep, iTunes Embeds Your Email Address in DRM-Free Tracks, Move Along [ITunes]
Gizmodo — ... make up the entire iTunes store. But don't panic—it's been like this since iTunes Plus launched. Besides the fact it's nothing new (and iTunes ain't the only place that does it), it shouldn't really be an issue. The legit point of DRM-free tracks is that you can use them on any device you want without any retarded roadblocks, and easily share it with some friends, and it's not like you care if they've got your email address right? Right? [Crave via Slashdot] ...