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Originally Posted by Iphinome
Nothing is being taken, its being copied, to restrict copying is artificial. Pure and simple. Such a system has advantages and disadvantages. I could call taking my right to copy theft or i can call it rape I could probably find a way to call it murder. I'd rather argue why copyright laws as they stand are a problem and why patents need some reform (such as a public interest buyout fee).
You just sit and call people thieves. If you have something to say about copyright use a neutral term and say it because all you're doing right now is starting fights. I picture you sitting there grinning and laughing that you get a chance to fan the flames and piss people off while adding nothing tot he debate. And hey here's a bonus, infringement is descriptive, it doesn't get confused with embezzlement or shoplifting or larceny or fraud.
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As I've told you before I will call it what it is. By using the term "Copying" you are just masking the act and making it seem trivial -- it's not. It's a big deal. Times need to change, laws need to change.