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Copyright Infringement, Peer-to-Peer, and File Sharing
See the page for information about copyright infringement, peer-to-peer applications, file sharing, consequences, frequently asked questions, and...
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How do I disable sharing in my peer-to-peer (P2P) application?
For instructions on how to disable sharing in several of the most popular P2P clients, see .
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What is file sharing? What is peer-to-peer? Is it dangerous?
File sharing is a general term for sharing digital files electronically. Peer-to-peer (P2P) is a method of file sharing that allows normal...
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What alternatives are there to sharing copyrighted works illegally?
There are legal ways to enjoy music, movies, and software. While it's certainly not possible to obtain any work legally and free, there are often...
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What is not legal for downloading and sharing?
Downloading and/or sharing copies of any songs, recordings, movies, books, articles, paintings, photographs, and any other works, that are...
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How do I tell if a work is free to use or has entered the public domain?
It is up to you to determine how to legally obtain a copy of a work. There are many examples of free-use works, such as "open source" software and...
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What happens to students who get caught (i.e. are alleged copyright infringers)?
See for more information.
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How do you find people breaking copyright rules?
The RIAA, MPAA, or companies representing the copyright holders contact us with Internet address information, filenames, and times of possible...
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What is legal for downloading? Is it okay to use KaZaa or a similar program to obtain music?
It is legal to download works that are in the public domain or for which the person has permission to download. Works that are in the public domain...
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