People pirate things because they don't want to pay for them. It's really that simple.
All the people saying they do it because they wanted to try it and there weren't enough demos, or they wanted to tinker with the code, or they wanted to make a backup, or because the publisher is rich and faceless and charging too much, or because a digital copy isn't the same as a physical one, or any other explanation are either the exception to the rule or just trying to justify their actions, and I doubt they count for very much. They may make up the majority comments here but that's only because people don't generally admit they are doing something they know to be wrong.
Most people with a pirated copy of UT on their computers simply wanted to play the game and didn't want to pay for it. And no amount of hand waving or new demo releases by Cliff is going to change that.
Unfortunately for publishers of digital content we are in the process of a major transition in the way their products are sold and there is no good solution to the problem of piracy. They will try new locks, but the pirates will invent new lock picks. They will try asking the customers for voluntary payment as Radiohead so successfully did. They will push for draconian laws to investigate and penalize pirates like the RIAA is doing. They will try asking the pirates to meet them halfway as Cliff is doing here. But, ultimately I think they will just have to recognize that a certain percentage of their sales are going to be lost to piracy and it really amounts to a cost of doing business in digital goods.
From the millions of dollars still being made with mega hits like The Dark Knight, Grand Theft Auto IV, or the Lil Wayne's new album I think it's an adjustment they can learn to live with.
"Apple certainly isn't afraid to use their lawyers. My guess is that they wanted Pystar to make some profits to the lawsuit would make financial sense."
If true that provides Pystar with a laches defense.
Sure, but why did the government pick up the tab? The Wall Street Investment banks made billions bilking the thrifts, not to mention the individual traders. Why is the financial sector not responsible for its illegal or incompetent actions?
Legislation that benefits corporations to the detriment of the general public goes on the books all the time. Let's see, you have the 2005 amendment to the bankruptcy code seriously shifting protection to creditors. The S&L bailout which you are still paying for (and probably soon to be followed by the sub prime mortgage bailout). And don't get me started on the success of the insurance and drug lobbies in pushing through bad legislation.
Face it, corporations have more power in America today than any time in history. If they want to make this happen they have the machinery to do it.
Comic books haven't changed much, or at all really, from their conception. They are still pamphlets with drawings and word bubbles. Video games on the other hand are constantly evolving. Pong doesn't look like Halo, and neither will look like games developed 20 years from now. Maybe the markets for comic books and video games have a lot of overlap right now, but because the two medium are so different it's impossible (and pointless) to predict it will stay that way.
There are a zillion touchscreen ATMs out there and I've never had a problem with one of them. The companies making these voting machines are either inept or corrupt and possibly both.
A lawyer can be held responsible for the content of his legal advice. This isn't your standard Slashdot Interview; Mr. Beckerman has to be more careful about what he says. On top of that you're basically asking for free legal advice and then complaining when it doesn't answer all your questions. If you're downloading music and really concerned about the legal ramifications of your actions go retain an attorney and I'm sure he'll be happy to tell you everything you want to know.
Everyone seems busy divying up the $100m reward between record execs and artists. But, does anyone actually believe Kazaa has that kind money? Ten to one they fold up shop and no one sees a dime.
I think use is the key determinant. If you can read a book you are literate. If you can email, surf the web, and use a word processor you are computer literate. But shouldn't maintaining your computer be a factor as well?
How many people do you know who can use a computer for the above tasks, but the slightest hiccup sends them dialing your number? Are they computer literate?
If they have devices that emit sound waves powerful enough to travel through water and trigger a torpedo imagine what it would do in air. No doubt the next Command and Conquer will feature an Accoustic Tank.
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People pirate things because they don't want to pay for them. It's really that simple.
All the people saying they do it because they wanted to try it and there weren't enough demos, or they wanted to tinker with the code, or they wanted to make a backup, or because the publisher is rich and faceless and charging too much, or because a digital copy isn't the same as a physical one, or any other explanation are either the exception to the rule or just trying to justify their actions, and I doubt they count for very much. They may make up the majority comments here but that's only because people don't generally admit they are doing something they know to be wrong.
Most people with a pirated copy of UT on their computers simply wanted to play the game and didn't want to pay for it. And no amount of hand waving or new demo releases by Cliff is going to change that.
Unfortunately for publishers of digital content we are in the process of a major transition in the way their products are sold and there is no good solution to the problem of piracy. They will try new locks, but the pirates will invent new lock picks. They will try asking the customers for voluntary payment as Radiohead so successfully did. They will push for draconian laws to investigate and penalize pirates like the RIAA is doing. They will try asking the pirates to meet them halfway as Cliff is doing here. But, ultimately I think they will just have to recognize that a certain percentage of their sales are going to be lost to piracy and it really amounts to a cost of doing business in digital goods.
From the millions of dollars still being made with mega hits like The Dark Knight, Grand Theft Auto IV, or the Lil Wayne's new album I think it's an adjustment they can learn to live with.
"Apple certainly isn't afraid to use their lawyers. My guess is that they wanted Pystar to make some profits to the lawsuit would make financial sense."
If true that provides Pystar with a laches defense.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laches_(equity)
"You appear to be operating under some definition of diffraction-limited other than 'limited by diffraction'." Shoot, I always do that.
What a beautiful machine. Shame they are going to load it with bombs instead of using it to explore space.
At first glance I read "robot sneakers," and I thought Back to the Future II was finally making good on its promises.
Sure, but why did the government pick up the tab? The Wall Street Investment banks made billions bilking the thrifts, not to mention the individual traders. Why is the financial sector not responsible for its illegal or incompetent actions?
Legislation that benefits corporations to the detriment of the general public goes on the books all the time. Let's see, you have the 2005 amendment to the bankruptcy code seriously shifting protection to creditors. The S&L bailout which you are still paying for (and probably soon to be followed by the sub prime mortgage bailout). And don't get me started on the success of the insurance and drug lobbies in pushing through bad legislation. Face it, corporations have more power in America today than any time in history. If they want to make this happen they have the machinery to do it.
Comic books haven't changed much, or at all really, from their conception. They are still pamphlets with drawings and word bubbles. Video games on the other hand are constantly evolving. Pong doesn't look like Halo, and neither will look like games developed 20 years from now. Maybe the markets for comic books and video games have a lot of overlap right now, but because the two medium are so different it's impossible (and pointless) to predict it will stay that way.
All I want from Apple is bluetooth headphones.
Why do IT people like D&D?
Because they are nerds!
http://slashdot.org/comments.pl?sid=208324&cid=169 86708
My allegiance to the hypnotoad is second only to the brain slug planet.
I smell a repetitive stress injury in the making and products liability lawsuits to follow.
The incentive is in slowing public demand for alternative fuels.
There are a zillion touchscreen ATMs out there and I've never had a problem with one of them. The companies making these voting machines are either inept or corrupt and possibly both.
...check out the entry in Wikipedia.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Citizendium
A lawyer can be held responsible for the content of his legal advice. This isn't your standard Slashdot Interview; Mr. Beckerman has to be more careful about what he says. On top of that you're basically asking for free legal advice and then complaining when it doesn't answer all your questions. If you're downloading music and really concerned about the legal ramifications of your actions go retain an attorney and I'm sure he'll be happy to tell you everything you want to know.
Everyone seems busy divying up the $100m reward between record execs and artists. But, does anyone actually believe Kazaa has that kind money? Ten to one they fold up shop and no one sees a dime.
Like a pencil?
And how long does it take for black helicopters arrive at your house?
I think use is the key determinant. If you can read a book you are literate. If you can email, surf the web, and use a word processor you are computer literate. But shouldn't maintaining your computer be a factor as well? How many people do you know who can use a computer for the above tasks, but the slightest hiccup sends them dialing your number? Are they computer literate?
Seriously... anyone?
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If they have devices that emit sound waves powerful enough to travel through water and trigger a torpedo imagine what it would do in air. No doubt the next Command and Conquer will feature an Accoustic Tank.