1.3.6 Licensing

A UL is required for a user to access protected content. The UL describes the usage policies that apply to the user while accessing a particular protected content file. It also contains the content key encrypted with the user's RAC public key.

The client is required to possess a valid RAC and SPC to access protected content. For an overview of the bootstrapping process, see section 1.3.1. The client needs a valid PL to acquire a UL for protected content. For more information about publishing and PLs, see sections 1.3.4 and 1.3.5.

The following request and response method is used for licensing: AcquireLicense.