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Originally Posted by SteveEisenberg
I wouldn't rule out a short-term blip in downloading of copyrighted material due to the court ruling publicity. But your link presents no evidence of that.
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I never said there would be an increase in downloading, just that the attempt to block a popular website will not work on those that are already using the site, and only make the information on how to circumvent the method of blocking more readily accessible to non technical internet users.
So who does this help? The copyright holders? At best, downloading will stay at current levels. How does that make them more money? And at what cost? implementing a blocking system will cost cost ISPs money which will be passed on to their subscribers, added with the slow erosion of civil liberties, and yes the damage to independent filmmakers, musicians and software developers who use the site to distribute their work. I don't see how this will be of help to anyone.
If they would put half of the money and effort that they have been spending on propping up obsolete business models with enforcement that does not work into developing new business models that are attractive to consumers, they would do more to increase their profits then all of their failed attempts at enforcement combined.