Privacy Policy on the Windows Vista Media Center
Different features and interactions of Windows Vista Media Center require privacy controls that may not be necessary with other features or interactions of the software. Microsoft has broken its privacy statement into components to explain the information collected, protected and shared for each service.
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Privacy Statement Topics
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The entire privacy statement covers eight topics, giving detailed information of personal data collected and how Microsoft protects that information during the use of each media transaction. These privacy details cover how you are protected while using Internet connections and downloads.
Collected Information
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Your name, address, telephone number, business name and email address are collected during registration. Other information collected during the use of the software features are: IP address, operating system version, and a code that identifies the manufacturer of your computer. Your regional and language settings, access times, and geographic information such as country and postal code are shared for program guide downloads. Information shared for licensed music and video streaming include an ID for requested music or video files, information about the Digital Rights Management (DRM) components on your computer and a digital certificate.
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Shared Information
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Microsoft shares information only with those companies directly involved with supplying you with the programs, music, and video programs that you request and approve. Microsoft shares only the information necessary to obtain your requested services.
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