Lawrence Lessig states 4 types of file sharing.
one download rather then buy
two sample music before buying
three obtain music that you cant buy anymore
four share non copyrighted material.
The music industry has always been worried about new mediums. When Cassettes were launched in the 60’s the industry launched an anti piracy campaign in the 80”s.
Does the emergence of the digital downloading signal the end for the music industry
The idea that digital downloading will be the end for the music industry is absurd, July 2000 saw Radio-Head's album leak to Napster 3 months before release, it was downloaded by millions. When it was released the music industry expect it to be a flop, however it went straight to number one. The Apple store sold its 10-billionth track earlier this year proving that people do pay for their downloads. As a consumer nation the vast majority of us download for 3 of the 4 reason Lawrence suggests.
It is good to see you referring to Lessig here but what exactly are your conclusions on his work?
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