You receive the "A license is required to play the selected content" message when you try to play a sound file in a PowerPoint 2003 presentation (903092)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2003

SYMPTOMS

When you try to play a sound file in a Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2003 presentation, the sound file does not play. Additionally, you receive the following message: A license is required to play the selected content. To obtain the license, you must visit the content provider's Web page. The provider may require that you register or pay a fee for the license.

Web pages can contain elements that could be harmful to your computer. It is important to be certain that the content is from a trustworthy source before continuing. Are you sure you want to open the Web page to obtain the license?

CAUSE

This issue may occur if the sound file is copy-protected by Microsoft Digital Rights Management (DRM).

WORKAROUND

To work around this issue, use one of the following methods:
  • Obtain a copy of the sound file that is not copy-protected by DRM.
  • Click Yes to the message that is mentioned in the "Symptoms" section. Then, obtain the license from the Web site from which the sound file was downloaded.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information about Digital Rights Management in Microsoft Windows Media Player 10, visit the following Microsoft Web site:

http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/player/10/privacy.aspx

Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:8/17/2006
Keywords:kbsound kbtshoot kbprb KB903092 kbAudEndUser
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