Re: [Avid-L2] Re: [OT] Guess who's popular with the kids? AND CRACKS

On Dec 14, 2009, at 12:51 PM, Steve Hullfish wrote:

> I disagree that there's a moral distinction between digital goods and
> physical goods.
>
Then we will agree to disagree.

> As for logic, I was pointing out that the original logic was that it
> was OK to steal since the person wouldn't have purchased the goods
> anyway. With that logic, then it would be OK to steal ANYTHING that
> one wouldn't have the means or desire to actually pay for.

Could be good for business if you look at the research.
>
> How is it logical that not wanting to pay for something makes it less
> morally repugnant than if you would have bought it anyway?

How is it that old media doesn't understand that the world has
changed. I am very willing to pay for television - it just has to be
at the same rate that the network/broadcaster would get from
advertising (not 5-8 times more) and without commercials.

That's an unmet business demand. When the demand is met by appropriate
business models then all the evidence suggests that unauthorized use
drops.

The issue is not whether some people acquire content for zero (at zero
disadvantage to the originator) but whether or not the venture is
worthwhile regardless.

So, I know my work is being pirated by people who would otherwise not
buy, but those that do buy make the effort worthwhile.

Oh, btw, there is zero actual evidence that "piracy" has ever hurt a
project. Zero. as in none. There are unsubstantiated assertions form
the RIAA/MPAA and their minions but when you look into the supposed
"research" it simply does not exist or is so shoddy that no-one should
take it seriously.

Philip

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