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Hmm, but if you could not borrow the book from the library you (the public) would have a greater incentive to buy that book. The e-book scenario you suggested removes that incentive.
Mrkai, I think we agree in broad strokes but the reason we focus on ethics and not revenue in these threads is it applies more to we consumers. We can exert our influence in the area of ethics, perhaps swaying someone on the fence about doing something. Or at least I'm trying to understand the reasoning of those who disagree with me, perhaps sharpen my understanding of my own views. Revenue? Sure, that is what publishers must focus on but we have less direct influence over that. At least that's why MY focus on ethics here.
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