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    How They’re Blocking Google TV

    Everyone screams "sue" at the first sign of perceived inequity. I'm not saying this is moral, but I'm fairly sure it's not illegal. The only possible allegation would be antitrust violations. An FCC investigation might get something started, but chances of a lawsuit succeeding are probably low...
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    Our Tech-Savvy Supreme Court

    I think the original question was the distinction between a pager and email, not a pager and a text. What about new pages that support SMS messaging (texting)? If the Katz basis is a reasonable expectation of privacy, should the person expect privacy while using these for an SMS, but not for a...
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    Insane PC Game DRM Drove Me To Piracy

    Just to clear up a few points: Yes, what he did was likely illegal, especially under the no circumvention clauses of the DMCA. It was probably also infringement of copyright, as he likely "signed" a EULA which prevented this sort of use. However, fair use does apply to software, though...
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    Geek and Nerd Are As Bad As Racial Epithets

    This reminds me of something I read recently about the myth of "curse words:" If we don't like peoples thoughts or feelings, let's limit their ability to convey those thoughts or feelings! If we remove the words, the feelings or thoughts can't exist anymore! It's a bit like covering your ears...
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    Toddlers For Sale on Craigslist

    In for two.
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    Linux Sucks! Video from LinuxFest NW

    Okay, so I was kidding above about the 64 bit flash issue. I am running Ubuntu 64, and I was able to watch the video fine (the 64 bit flash is an old problem and seems to be fixed now). Truth is, I've rarely run into any issue due to 64 bit. Everything in the repository that I've seen has a 64...
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    Linux Sucks! Video from LinuxFest NW

    Couldn't watch it, running ubuntu 64 bit. :/
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    The Eagles Sue Politician Over Parody Songs

    Firstly, I apologize if you found my post to be insulting. It wasn't intended to be, and I do not want to start a legal flame war. However, I still disagree with you as to 1st amendment preemption of copyright law. You rightly cited Campbell v. Acuff-Rose (Oh, how I love you 2 Live Crew), but...
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    The Eagles Sue Politician Over Parody Songs

    No, the first amendment does not trump copyright. They are both rights given by the constitution, and must co-exist. In addition, there are no jurisdictional issues here, this is a federal copyright matter, not a state/ jurisdictional one. Federal Copyright preempts (and in fact excludes) states...
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    Google Disables Uploads, Comments on YouTube Korea

    What's this National ID number their required to give out really mean? Would it allow any random person to steal their identity? Do you really think this is what they are worried about? If I met you on the street, I'd give you my name, and you would know my face, but I certainly wouldn't give...
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    Monster Cable Sues Monster Transmissions

    Pretty ballsy to sue disney. Doesn't look like the suit ever commenced, I found a complaint and an answer, and not much else. Seems like monster is looking to make a quick buck by threats, but doesn't have much substance. This is why I hate facilitating lawyers. As Elihu Root put it, "About...
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    3D Desktop + Touchscreen = Cool?

    When working on my real desktop, I spend most of my time wishing it was more like my computer desktop, not the other way around. Perhaps I am simply a product of the computer generation? I like my desktop the way it is: minimal and functional.
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    Judge Orders Defendant to Decrypt PGP-Protected Laptop

    I'd have to agree with Xaero_toast. Generally speaking, the fifth amendment only applies to statements that convey some knowledge held by the defendant (e.g., refusing to give blood or repeat a statement or not protected). The defendant is not required to reveal his password, only to use it...
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    Stimulus Bill May Have Allowed Packet Inspection

    Joe, do you have more information on that case? (e.g., party names, court's name, reporter numbers, etc). I'd absolutely love to read the decision. Thanks!
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    Stimulus Bill May Have Allowed Packet Inspection

    "the assistant secretary shall allow for reasonable network management practices such as deterring unlawful activity, including child pornography and copyright infringement" All this is really saying is that the administrative agencies believe that 1) Child porn and copyright infringement is...
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