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As I was playing with the new puter, I decided to copy a few songs onto my HD. When you do so, Media Player gives you the option of turning off the copyright protection. Apparently, if you leave it on, you can play the music on your computer only. Interesting.
I just don't get it. People have been making copies of cassettes for ages. Now, with the internet, people can share music all over the world--increasing the chances that someone will buy an artist's CD, IMO. So, not only is the RIAA coming across like a bunch of fuckheads, but they're basically shooting themselves in the foot by discouraging people from enjoying new artists.
Metallica put some tough-sounding warning on their new CD about copying. Don't worry guys...I don't think people will be doing too much copying of it. Because most of it sucks, IMO. Maybe I just need to listen to it a few more times, but I am just not impressed thus far.
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