Why Money Doesn't Motivate File-Sharers 633
nk497 writes "File-sharers aren't motivated by financial gain, but by altruism, according to an economist. Joe Cox, of the Portsmouth Business School, said those uploading content for others to share don't see what they're doing as illegal, meaning current tactics to deter piracy are doomed to fail. 'The survey data suggested there was a deep-seated belief that this type of activity shouldn't be illegal, that there was no criminal act involved.'"
Re:What about file shearing old games that are not (Score:4, Funny)
What about file shearing old games...
Old games depilate you????
Buh but it's INFRINGING, not STEALING! (Score:5, Funny)
So it's ok.
Yet more proof! (Score:5, Funny)
Money Doesn't Motivate File-sharers.
Now think of a pirate. What are his motivations? Booty (money), rape, and pillage.
So as long as file sharers are not motivated by raping (Julian Assange doesn't count!) and pillaging then they should finally be off the hook and put to bed that stupid terminology!
Re:You wouldn't steal a baby (Score:5, Funny)
Fuck you. If I could download it I would.