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Originally Posted by HarryT
Is it an "utterly ridiculous argument"? American TV is paid for by advertising, isn't it? If nobody watched the ads, there would be no advertising, and hence no shows. Isn't it part of the "deal" that if you watch the show, you watch the ads? If you want ad-free programming, perhaps a model like the BBC licence fee in the UK should be charged?
This plainly ISN'T copyright infringement, but it would be commercially unsustainable if everyone were to skip the advertising.
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Yes, it is ridiculous. I don't watch ads. I skip them on recorded shows and either leave the room or mute them when watching in real time.