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Old 11-17-2004, 12:27 PM
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Senate May Ram Copyright Bill

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The bill would also permit people to use technology to skip objectionable content -- like a gory or sexually explicit scene -- in films, a right that consumers already have. However, under the proposed language, viewers would not be allowed to use software or devices to skip commericals or promotional announcements "that would otherwise be performed or displayed before, during or after the performance of the motion picture," like the previews on a DVD. The proposed law also includes language from the Pirate Act (S2237), which would permit the Justice Department to file civil lawsuits against alleged copyright infringers.
Man, I was hoping for an adblock for tv.
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Old 11-17-2004, 12:36 PM
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Waaaait... are they trying to illegalize our fast forward buttons?

I hate when DVDs don't let you skip the previews. A lot. I'm considering learning about firmware solely to hack my DVD player for that reason. (well, maybe not)
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Old 11-17-2004, 04:31 PM
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This is total BS. I'm glad that I voted Libertarian. Bastards.
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