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Why is BitTorrent legal?
Is Torrenting Legal? BitTorrent is a legitimate file transfer protocol, and using it — called torrenting — is legal as long as the content can be downloaded or uploaded legally. However, using it to download copyrighted material — like a brand-new movie — without the copyright owner’s permission is not legal.
Can BitTorrent be shut down?
E.g You can configure BitTorrent to automatically shut down your PC or enable the Standby mode once the download process is completed. …
Is Torrenting illegal in USA?
Torrenting itself is not illegal in the US, but it becomes illegal if you torrent copyrighted content. If you download something protected by copyright law, it could result in heavy fines. I recommend researching your local laws, torrenting sites, and files to avoid accidentally downloading something illegally.
Are ‘swarms’ of BitTorrent sharers a copyright troll?
However: Lawsuits that target “swarms” of bit torrent sharers have been contentious in legal and online communities. Lawyers who represent plaintiffs in these cases have been labeled “copyright trolls” and the lawsuits have been accused of being many things, ranging from collection rackets to extortion.
Why am I being sued for downloading a file?
You have been sued because the file in question was copyrighted material, and the company who owns the copyright is suing you for copyright infringement. Unauthorized sharing or downloading copyrighted works is a violation of copyright law.
What happens if you don’t answer a copyright lawsuit?
If you do not answer the complaint or file any legal action, the plaintiff may request a default judgment. This is an automatic decision by the court saying that since you did not defend yourself, the court has no choice but to decide in favor of the plaintiff (copyright owner).
Can an ISP release information after a lawsuit is filed?
Recently, many people sued in this type of case have been fighting back, which means ISPs sometimes do not release information until after the date on your letter, and some cases are dismissed entirely. Some judges have dismissed all Doe defendants except one, because of issues with the way plaintiffs group all the defendants together.
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