As a creator, I fully respect creators' rights to make a living. UI think in my life I have made two CD copies and gave them to friends, which I consider stealing. However, i have taped some CDs for my own personal use, which I don't consider stealing.
As an ebook author and digital publisher, I believe in respecting readers and consumers and leaving copy unprotected while leaving prices low. I wouldn't presume to judge the morality of others because I have enough flaws.
Scott Nicholson
Haunted Computer Books