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by scott_s 6136 days ago
You're aware of the RIAA's lawsuits against file sharers, correct?

Your comment about using the legal system for extortion is a real problem.

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The RIAA, as much as it pains me to say this, is acting within the letter of the law, in that I would not call their suit frivolous. Immoral and unethical sure, but not frivolous.

They've put forward a case that explains that a particular person has broken an existing law and caused them damages of x amount, and the court has agreed with them in most cases.