Re: file sharing



bof <nothingread@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
[...]
> Is it illegal to:
> copy my downloaded, paid for music files to an iPod
> convert my CDs to MP3s and copy them an iPod
> copy my CDs to the PC hard drive
> copy my music files an Internet connected PC that's password protected
> copy my music files an Internet connected PC that's not password
> protected

Strictly yes, but in the case of doing this strictly for one's
personal convenience it would be hard to prove any damages to the
copyright holder. The law does not concern itself with trifles.

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