BLOCKCHAIN-BASED DIGITAL RIGHTS MANAGEMENT FOR ENHANCED CONTENT SECURITY IN DIGITAL LIBRARIES
Keywords:
Blockchain, Digital Rights Management (DRM), Digital Libraries, Content Security, Smart ContractsAbstract
Digital libraries play a pivotal role in the dissemination and preservation of diverse digital content, ranging from scholarly articles to multimedia resources. However, the evolving landscape of digital content distribution poses challenges to maintaining robust digital rights management (DRM) systems. This research explores the integration of blockchain technology to fortify DRM mechanisms in digital libraries, aiming to enhance content security, transparency, and accessibility. The study begins by examining current challenges faced by traditional DRM systems, such as vulnerabilities to unauthorized access, inefficient licensing processes, and limited transparency in content usage. Building on the foundational principles of blockchain, the research proposes a decentralized and tamper-proof ledger to manage digital rights within the library ecosystem. The blockchain-based DRM framework incorporates smart contracts, enabling automated and transparent execution of licensing agreements. Access permissions, expiration dates, and usage conditions are encoded in smart contracts, ensuring that content usage aligns precisely with the stipulated rights. This not only enhances security but also streamlines the management of digital assets, reducing administrative overhead. Additionally, the research investigates the impact of blockchain on user authentication and authorization processes. Decentralized identity systems are explored as a means to empower users with greater control over their personal information while maintaining a high level of security in the digital library environment. Through a combination of theoretical analysis and practical implementation, this research contributes to the growing body of knowledge on blockchain applications in digital libraries. The findings offer insights into the potential of blockchain-based DRM to revolutionize content security, protect intellectual property, and foster a more transparent and efficient digital library ecosystem. The implications of this study extend beyond academic settings, influencing the broader landscape of digital content distribution and copyright protection.
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