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The safedisc tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about the SafeDisc DRM system and its compatibility with modern Windows versions. SafeDisc is an older copy protection technology used in many games from the late 1990s and early 2000s. Microsoft disabled support for SafeDisc in Windows 10 via update KB3086255 due to security vulnerabilities. This means games relying on SafeDisc may not run on Windows 10 without manual workarounds. Forum threads provide information on the issue, Microsoft's official guidance, and steps to re-enable the feature if needed. The tag is relevant for users trying to play legacy games on current Windows systems.
  1. kemical

    Windows 10 Why some older games won't run on Windows 10

    Microsoft recently released an update kb3086255 which disables two old style DRM's Securom and Safedisc. This means that any games still using this old style of Digital Rights Management will not work under Windows 10. This is to address security concerns and if your truly desperate to play...
    • kemical
    • Thread
    • digital rights drm kb3086255 old games safedisc security securom update windows 10 workaround
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Windows Graphics and Gaming
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