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“Napster's only alleged liability is for contributory or vicarious infringement. So when Napster's users engage in noncommercial sharing of music, is that activity copyright infringement? No.” quote by David Boies
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“Napster's only alleged liability is for contributory or vicarious infringement. So when Napster's users engage in noncommercial sharing of music, is that activity copyright infringement? No.”

David Boies

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Source Legal Brief: Napster Litigation, 2000

Noncommercial sharing among users does not constitute infringement under contributory liability.

In simple terms: Sharing music for free isn’t illegal.

Key Takeaway

Understand legal limits.

Themes

copyright law digital sharing liability

Mood

analytical cautious

Type

legal informative

When to use this quote

  • personal listening
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  • research

Key Concepts

user behavior online platforms music distribution

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is all noncommercial sharing legal?
  • How do platforms affect liability?
A Different Perspective

Legal interpretations vary by jurisdiction.

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