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Re: [dvd-discuss] The power of a click

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Subject: Re: [dvd-discuss] The power of a click
From: Tom <tom(at)lemuria.org>
Date: Mon, 3 Dec 2001 21:07:53 +0100
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On Mon, Dec 03, 2001 at 11:50:51AM -0800, microlenz@earthlink.net wrote:
> But your raise an interesting question. If posting it on a website is 
> illegal...what of downloading it and NOT posting it?

the california suit is about trade secrets. as long as you don't
redistribute, I believe (IANAL!) you are in the clear.

NY is about DMCA. DMCA disallows distribution of tools, not posession
(again, IANAL).

besides, if you live in a country where READING something can land 
you in jail, then it really is time to leave.

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