[ NNSquad ] ISP six-strikes starts tomorrow, and the expected results are ...

[Lauren Weinstein <lauren@vortex.com>]

ISP six-strikes starts tomorrow, and the expected results are ...

http://j.mp/W47lA7  (Torrent Freak)

   "The much-discussed U.S. six strikes anti-piracy scheme is expected to
    go live on Monday. The start date hasn't been announced officially by
    the CCI but a source close to the scheme confirmed the plans."

 - - -

Expected results:

1) Legit users are harassed due to IP address mix-ups, etc.  Remember
   you must pay to file an appeal.

2) Proxy services see a massive up-tick in use.

3) Public Wi-Fi access points in small stores, etc. are decimated.

4) Relatively visible Torrent-based systems are even more rapidly
   replaced with completely underground and well-hidden systems.

5) In relatively short order, the MPAA et al. will be back with their
   Congressional supporters again demanding that the Internet be remade
   to protect their obsolete 20th century profit center models, no
   matter what the costs.

--Lauren--
Lauren Weinstein (lauren@vortex.com): http://www.vortex.com/lauren 
Co-Founder: People For Internet Responsibility: http://www.pfir.org/pfir-info
Founder:
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