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I don't use it do to SpyWare contained within the software, but here is a story:

 

L.A. Court to Decide on Copyright Suit

Mon Nov 25, 9:46 PM ET  

 

By SANDRA MARQUEZ, Associated Press Writer

 

LOS ANGELES (AP) - A federal judge considering an Internet copyright case said Monday he was inclined to allow U.S. record companies and movie studios to sue the Australia-based parent company of Kazaa, a popular online file-swapping service.

 

 

 

Judge Stephen Wilson heard arguments on whether Sharman Networks, which is headquartered in Australia and incorporated in the Pacific Island nation of Vanuatu, is subject to U.S. copyright laws.

 

 

"It is a difficult question, but it has to be resolved," Wilson said. "The court will do its best to resolve it promptly."

 

 

Although Wilson did not indicate when he plans to issue a ruling, he appeared to tip his hand, noting that he "would be inclined to find there's jurisdiction against Sharman."

 

 

"I find the argument about providing the service to so many California residents compelling," Wilson said, referring to the plaintiffs' claims that Kazaa provides free access to copyrighted music and films to some 21 million users in the United States.

 

 

The case is one of the largest in the recent copyright wars testing the international reach of U.S. courts. If the judge decides Sharman can be sued, the company would be thrust into the same legal predicament that have stymied popular online music services such as Napster (news - web sites) and Aimster.

 

 

David Casselman, an attorney representing Sharman, said holding the online swapping company liable for copyright violations would be akin to prosecuting a computer manufacturer for the actions of computer hackers.

 

 

David Kendall, an attorney representing six movie studios, including Disney, Fox and Paramount, said the fact that Sharman's product is available in this country is sufficient cause to face trial in a U.S. court.

 

 

"It does not violate due process to have them stand here to answer for their conduct," Kendall said.

 

 

Sharman attorney Rod Dorman countered that such a move could open a door for a judge in "communist China" to rule against U.S. companies that operate online. The judge did not appeared swayed by the argument.

 

 

"I'll take my chances with that judge in communist China," Wilson quipped.

 

Carey Ramos, an attorney representing song writers and music publishers, said the judge's comments would send a message to those companies seeking to operate offshore.

 

"This is important because it shows that you cannot escape U.S. justice by setting up shop outside the United States," Ramos said.

MarkD Senior Enthusiast

MarkD

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Never underestimate the desire of overpaid artists and the leeches that get fat off of their marketing to manipulate our justice system to extend their dividends from an outdated medium.
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Never underestimate the desire of overpaid artists and the leeches that get fat off of their marketing to manipulate our justice system to extend their dividends from an outdated medium.

:thumb:  :thumb:

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Firetiger(MN)

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WinMX :D

I never got WinMX to work as good as Kazaa.  For me the download speeds were terrible, if they started downloading at all.  We'll be needing a good alternate soon I'm afraid.  Kazaa won't last forever.   :chevy:

MiSdIrEcTeD_1 Enthusiast

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Never underestimate the desire of overpaid artists and the leeches that get fat off of their marketing to manipulate our justice system to extend their dividends from an outdated medium.

:chevy: Phew! That was a mouthful, Mark!!!  :thumb:  :thumb:

MarkD Senior Enthusiast

MarkD

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Kazaa lite!  No spyware!

Kazaa 2.0! Know spyware!

 

Once you have 2.0 on a PC, the only way to rid yourself of it is fdisk,format,reinstall! :chevy:

varmint2506 Enthusiast

varmint2506

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I can never seem to get any of the download sites to work. I always thought Audiogalaxy rocked. I filled up 15 CD's with mp3 files before they crapped out. When you are running (2) full T1's to the internet download time is only limited by the other end.
Kania2k1 Senior Enthusiast

Kania2k1

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Once you have 2.0 on a PC, the only way to rid yourself of it is fdisk,format,reinstall! [:chevy:]
 WURD!  WinMX 3.3 is pretty good, but it will freeze the computer when it first starts up, just for a minute or so.  Most of the DL's are pretty fast, at least with cable.
bscottb Enthusiast

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Kazaa lite!  No spyware!

Kazaa 2.0! Know spyware!

 

Once you have 2.0 on a PC, the only way to rid yourself of it is fdisk,format,reinstall! :chevy:

I have version 1.7.1    Do I have spyware also? Can I uninstall easily?

99Silver6.0 Senior Enthusiast

99Silver6.0

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I thought that there couldnt be anything done with a P2P client if it was decentralized??  Napster I believe was centralized because you had to sign in to a server.  Is Kazaa even decentralized??  Im asuming WinMX is a true P2P client.  I figured the day would come when some greedy suits in Cali would attack Kazaa!!
Kansas Kid Senior Enthusiast

Kansas Kid

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I never got WinMX to work as good as Kazaa.  For me the download speeds were terrible, if they started downloading at all.  We'll be needing a good alternate soon I'm afraid.  Kazaa won't last forever.

I was beginning to think I was the only one who had problems with WinMX.  Tried it on the recommendation of some people here, but it rarely worked for me.  Downloads took forever as well, even with my cable connection.

 

btw, I agree with whoever said that Audiogalaxy rocked.  Haven't got anything that works as good for me since they shut it down.

95whtZR2 Enthusiast

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I know this sounds stupid, but what is spyware, what does it do?

 

Also, try Blubster I know I already posted this, but I forgot which post it was on. It is great, incredible download times too! The only downside is you can only get music off of it, there are no movies, or video clips:(

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