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Old 12-05-2009, 03:02 PM
 
Location: Michigan
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Is it appropriate to "ban" someone from the Internet for downloading someone else's music? Is turning someone into an Internet exile a proportionate punishment for illegal file sharing?

The French have passed such a law, and the British, led by the queen, have proposed legislation. Some companies that produce music and video seem to be encouraging similar approaches across Europe and in the U.S.

Meanwhile, the U.S. and other countries may be considering it in secretive world trade negotiations.

Illegal Internet Downloads: 3 Strikes and You're Out? - ABC News
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Old 12-05-2009, 03:10 PM
 
Location: On Top
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I can't see how this could possibly be enforced, all one needs to do is change ISP's or use a friends computer.
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Old 12-05-2009, 03:28 PM
 
Location: California
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It's amusing to see people trying to stop progress. Unfortunately a lot of people will have their lives needlessly damagaged by these kinds of laws before people realize they can't.
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Old 12-05-2009, 03:39 PM
 
Location: Great State of Texas
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Will the entire population of China be banned ?
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Old 12-05-2009, 03:43 PM
 
Location: Central Ohio
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I can't see how this could possibly be enforced, all one needs to do is change ISP's or use a friends computer.
You are way underestimating the stupidity of the average elected political hack. Of course it can't be enforced but that won't stop them from trying.
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