Cisco DNCS System Release 2.8.1 3.8.1 4.3.1 User Guide

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bind
A DNCS function that matches the CableCARD module's ID to its host's ID to ensure that the host device conforms
to the copy-protection rules defined by the Copy Control Information (CCI). You must bind a CableCARD module to
its host before the host can receive high-value copy-protected services. 
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