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The File Sharing Database

Posted by timothy on from the self-selection-illustrated dept.

Nuclear Elephant writes "The File Sharing Database is an online record of things users wouldn't have bought if they hadn't downloaded it (or part of it) first, and therefore tracks sales as a direct result of file sharing. The RIAA and MPAA claim that file sharing hurts sales, but some recent figures show that file sharing works FOR the industry. This database sets out to prove it once and for all. So if you've ever bought something you downloaded, roll on over and add it to the database."

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  1. Re:Where's the other way round? by pHatidic · · Score: 1, Troll
    I would guess that there is a very strong correlation between how many times each song is requested to be played on the radio and how many CDs are sold. If the formula suddenly changes wildly that would be a very good indication. But seriously, how could you possibly buy a song without listening to it first? Most radio stations only play the same one or two songs off a CD, is there even a legal way to listen to the other ten songs on the CD at all? Buying something without knowing what your paying for is just being an irresponsible consumer, period.

    For me personally I admit to downloading my fair share of MP3s on Napster back when all the cool kids were doing it. But that the thrill of raping and plundering has worn off and P2P is widely looked down upon by the technologically elite who made it popular I buy all my songs off iTMS or just buy the CD. Five years ago this would have been a big deal because there was no way to legally download songs and listen to all the tracks on a CD legally. But now there is, so people caught downloading anything that can be legally purchased in the US for a reasonable amount of money get what they deserve. (Anime, films, and music not distributed in the US not included)

  2. Re: "legal in Norway" -- DREAM ON by nusratt · · Score: 1, Troll

    "At least where I live (Norway), downloading music and movies is perfectly legal."

    Just wait until you join the EU -- a move which unfortunately is supported by the majority of your misinformed countrymen.
    This is not a troll or flame.
    I can't begin to tell you how much I wish it weren't true.