What¡¯s the Best Way to Protect Against Online Piracy?
In response to online protests on Wednesday, several key Congressional lawmakers withdrew support for two anti-Web piracy measures — the Stop Online Piracy Act and the Protect Intellectual Property Act — both of which have the backing of powerful commercial lobbies. Although the reaction was a victory for new media, online intellectual piracy remains a serious issue.
What's the best way to protect against online piracy? Is there a better alternative to these two bills?
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* A Compromise Makes Sense
Force payment processors to cut off services to sites that violate existing law, like we've done with gambling.
* These Two Bills Are the Best Approach
It's way past time for Google and its allies in the technology community to move beyond their 'we oppose piracy' rhetoric.
* Focus on Innovation Instead
To reduce global piracy, don't lobby for new regulations. Instead, provide services that make piracy unattractive.
* The Alternative Is Impractical
Artists whose work is pirated often cannot afford to pursue claims in Washington, as one proposal would require.
* Follow the Money, Not the Domains
If thieves can't make money from trafficking in ill-gotten content, the problem will become much, much less.
* Congress Should Use the Internet
It's beyond baffling for the government to even consider a policy designed to lose the future.