Those who intentionally download illegal copies of music and films to their computer using the internet could be banned from using the web in the
It’s been reported this week by The Times newspaper that internet service providers may have no choice but to enforce a “three strikes” and you’re banned policy; introduced to dissuade the millions of users in Britain who go online to download and share music illegally.
Piracy has an enormous effect on the industries involved, costing millions in lost sales and revenues, and arguable undermines both new and established artists. It is also seen as an unfair practice when the majority of people download legally through dedicated websites.
However, there are concerns over some technical aspects that could feature in the proposals. For example, the issue of peoples’ wireless internet access being hijacked by others is a source of contention for the user and for ISP’s who will ultimately be responsible for imposing the rules.
How issues such as this will be tackled are still to be deliberated, and it may be some time yet before any final conclusions are reached.
