HDCPstandardien

HDCP, or High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection, is a form of digital copy protection developed by Intel. Its primary purpose is to prevent unauthorized copying and distribution of digital audio and video content, particularly when transmitted over interfaces like HDMI and DisplayPort. HDCP works by encrypting the data stream between the source device (such as a Blu-ray player or gaming console) and the display device (like a TV or monitor). Both the source and the display must have compatible HDCP hardware and software to establish a secure connection and allow the content to be played. If an incompatibility is detected, the content may not display, or it might appear with a degraded picture or sound quality. The standard is crucial for content providers to protect their intellectual property and for manufacturers to license their devices for playing protected media. There have been several versions of HDCP released over the years, with each iteration addressing security vulnerabilities and introducing new features. The adoption of HDCP is widespread across the consumer electronics industry.