Wednesday, November 01, 2006
Who Wants To Be A Pirate
In the article "So You Want To Be A Pirate" it talks about computer piracy. "Computer piracy is copying and distribution of copyright software," according to the article. These "pirates" also post these "warez" on public messaging boards to purposely distribute the software to others on the internet. In the article it talks whether or not that the piracy is bad for the companies. In the article it talks about how most programs are the more expensive yet non necessary programs that are being pirated.
I personally believe that piracy is a double edged sword. What you might think is harmless in one case, might change when on a larger scale. I am sure everybody has made a copy of a cassette tape (for those older people) or a copy of a cd for a couple of friends but to us its just hooking up a friend. But when a person copies something and sells it for personal gain then we think its wrong. With the digital revolution I believe somebody will find a way to have sharing of products and software that will benefit the companies and the users.
I personally believe that piracy is a double edged sword. What you might think is harmless in one case, might change when on a larger scale. I am sure everybody has made a copy of a cassette tape (for those older people) or a copy of a cd for a couple of friends but to us its just hooking up a friend. But when a person copies something and sells it for personal gain then we think its wrong. With the digital revolution I believe somebody will find a way to have sharing of products and software that will benefit the companies and the users.
