|
Quote:
|
Originally posted by hanna975
When I first started this thread, it was just a simple question. I didn't expect this. Especially reading that damn DMCA.
Everybody has made some very valid points.
One point is you can't crack their code, another is Fair Use.
Depending on interpretation, they counter each other. This can and does leave this very open to debate. Hense this thread.
|
It is not open to debate, it is quite clear. The DMCA supercedes "Fair Use". That is why there is a massive uproar about the DMCA. There are 2 issues here... one is the legal issue, the other, the moral issue. Legally, it is very clear and straightforward... The DMCA makes digitally ripping DVDs is illegal. "Fair Use" makes analog copies of DVDs legal.
As for the "ethics" of being prevented from personal unencumbered use of something that we have legally purchased is a separate issue.
|
Quote:
|
Originally posted by hanna975
I've only heard of the movie companies going after one program, but in the end, the program is still available with minor changes. Has anyone heard about them going after individuals(not counting people who downloaded from or put on P2P networks) for making personal copies. Include a link if possible.
|
There have not been any reported legal actions against individuals who simply ripped their DVDs for personal use.
|
Quote:
|
Originally posted by hanna975
In the end, after all this discussion, I'm on the edge. I'm not completly convinced yet it's illegal, but stand by my right of Fair Use.
|
As I mentioned before, digitally ripping DVDs is illegal...plain and simple. Analog copies are legal. (Obviously referring to personal use)